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3163 RELIGIOUS
STUDIES
RELIGIOUS
STUDIES 3163
Spring,
2008 PURPOSE: To study the art and architecture of India in its cultural context with particular reference to the religious expressions of the Hindus, Buddhists, Jainas and Muslims. If you are under the old General Education guidelines, this course fulfills the old Gen Ed requirements of Goals A or X. TEXT: Ananda K. Coomaraswamy. The Dance of Shiva [not available in UNCC bookstore] J. C. Harle. The Art and Architecture of the Indian Subcontinent REQUIREMENTS * Attendance at all classes. Because of important discussions and the significant use of slides and other visual materials, students may not miss more than four (4) classes if a passing grade is expected. There are no exceptions to this. * Two examinations. * A research paper or project with explanatory paper at the end of the course, due no later than Noon on April 30. Those students who give their final presentations on the exam day, May 6 from 11-1, may turn in their paper on May 8 by noon in my mailbox in the office of the Department of Religious Studies, Macy 210. If you submit a research paper, the text should be at least ten (10) pages, typed and double-spaced, exclusive of illustrations, notes, bibliography; if you submit a project with paper, the paper should be a thorough explanation of the project in four to five (4-5) pages, typed and double-spaced, and with the same exclusions noted in the paper requirement above. In addition to the written paper, each student will present in class an oral summary of their research on a day assigned later in the course. GRADING; ABSENCES: Based on test grades and class attendance. If you enter the class after your name has been called and do not remind the instructor immediately after class, an absence will be recorded for that day. If you miss more than three (3) classes, you will not receive a passing grade for the course, so please save allowed absences for unexpected needs (illness, business appointments, work-related requirements, etc). If you experience serious illness during the term and are absent more than allowed, you may want to consider one of two options: dropping the course due to illness or working on your problem with the Office of Disability Services. COURSE CITIZENSHIP: Please note the university’s student academic code regarding academic integrity, personal integrity and attendance. Recently, here at UNC Charlotte and nationally, universities have noted an increase in attitudes and behavior that are disrupting the process of learning for students and faculty. Please note that uncivil behavior is not tolerated by members of this learning community. This includes but is not limited to students talking and/or making disruptive noises when the instructor is talking or when other students are discussing something with the professor other members of the class; entering class after the roll has been called thereby interrupting class; being uncivil in act or speech to the instructor or fellow students; in any way abusing public or private property in the classroom, etc. Those who encourage or participate in such behavior beyond an initial reminder may be subject to permanent dismissal from the course in order that others may continue to be part of a community that wishes to learn. CLASS TOPICS AND READING ASSIGNMENTS 1 Introduction to the Course(1/10) 2 The Context of Art in India(1/15) Ananda K. Coomaraswamy, "Hindu View of Art: Historical"
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The Theory of Art in India: Rasa(taste) as Aesthetics (1/17)
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The Theory of Art in India: "Direct", "Indirect", Image and
Pratika(1/22)
5,6
Pre-History: The Indus Valley (1/24 Harle, chapter (1/29) The Vedic
and Epic Periods
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The Mauryan Period and Asokan Art
8,9
Early Periods of Buddhist Art: Structural Cave Art and the Period of
(2/5,7) the Kusanas
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The Indian "Classical Period": Gupta Art 11 FIRST EXAMINATION(2/14)
12 The Hindu Temple (2/19) Indo-Aryan Architecture:
Elephanta and Orissa Harle, chapters 10, l2 13 Dravidian Architecture: Pallavas (2/21) Harle, chapters 19, 20 14 Dravidian Architecture: The Deccan (2/22) Harle, chapter 13
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OPTIONAL SPECIAL CLASS: 16 Dravidian Architecture: The Chola Period (2/26) Harle, chapters 21, 22 17 Dravidian Bronzes (2/28)
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Dravidian Architecture: Hoysala, Vijayanagara and Nayak (3/11) [No class on March 13]
19,20, 21
Introduction to Islamic Art and Architecture (3/18) Islamic Art in
India: Early Beginnings 22 The Flourishing of Mughal (Mogul) Art: Humayun and Akbar (4/3,8) Harle, pp. 436-439 23, 24 The Use of Fine Marble and Stone: Jahangir and Shah Jahan (4/10, Harle, pp. 439-444 4/15) 25 The Decline of Mughal Art and Architecture (4/17) 26 SECOND EXAMINATION (4/22) The remaining classes (4/24, 4/29, and 5/6, the scheduled exam time from 11-1) will be devoted to individual oral reports on research papers or projects. INSTRUCTIONS FOR RESEARCH PAPER OR PROJECT FOR RELIGIOUS STUDIES 3163 1. The paper or project is due no later than class time on, April 30, 2008. However , if you are giving your oral presentation on May 6, your paper must be in my mail box in the Department of Religious Studies no later than noon on May 8. 2. If you write a research paper, the text must be at least ten (10) typed pages. If you submit a project with paper, the paper should be a thorough explanation of the project in four to five (4-5) typed pages. In either case, illustrations, photographs, bibliography or works cited, etc. are in addition to the required page length. If the minimum of 10 pages (or 5 pages if a project) is not met, your grade will be affected negatively. 3. You should select a style of writing your paper and noting quotations (e.g., footnotes, end notes, etc.) and other references that conform to an acceptable academic style. Religious Studies majors must use the Chicago Manual of Style (Turabian); if your major is not religious studies you may use a style that is commonly used in your major: e.g., MLA Handbook, APA, etc. Again, RELIGIOUS STUDIES MAJORS MUST USE THE TURABIAN STYLE THAT IS DISCUSSED ALSO IN THE RELIGIOUS STUDIES HANDBOOK (available in the Religious Studies office),in RELS 2600 and is on the Religious Studies Department website. 4. In addition to the page length required in #2, depending on the “style” you choose a bibliography of all works consulted or a "Works Cited" page MUST be added to the paper. As is appropriate for the style you use, citations must also be evident with appropriate frequency throughout the paper. Evidence of plagiarism or other violations of the Academic Integrity Code will result in an “F” for the paper at the very minimum. An “F” will also be given if the paper uses “Wikipedia” as a source. Moreover, you must have as bibliographic research resources MORE printed sources than online sources unless the online source is a e-book from our library’s online e-sources. 5. Other deadlines: February 7 Submit a topic and bibliography of no less than five sources specific to your particular topic, including books and articles. Annotate each source describing briefly in (two or three sentences) how this source addresses the topic of your paper or project. February 14 Assuming all topics are acceptable and duplications do not exist, everyone will be assigned a date in April or May to share their topic with the rest of the class. Everyone is expected to give an oral presentation of 12 minutes with an additional 2-3 minutes allowed for questions and answers that may help you develop your paper/project. April 17 Submit a two-to-three paragraph summary of your paper or project with a rough draft of your complete bibliography. April 24 Today begins in-class oral reports. Plan to give your report on the day you are assigned. If you miss your assigned oral presentation time no alternate time may be available to complete this requirement. SELECTED EARLIER TOPICS FOR RELIGIOUS STUDIES 3163 PAPERS AND PROJECTS (other topics may be chosen) "An Analytical Study of the Buddhist Stupas of Sanci" (project) “Ancient Indian Numismatics and Art" "Archaeological Records of Early India" "Architectural Analysis of the Taj Mahal" "Indian Temple Architecture and Engineering: A Structural and Philosophical Study" "Architecture of the Early Delhi Sultanate Period" "Art and Design of Buddhist Stupas and Caityas in India" "Art and Literature of Ganesa Puja" “Art and Worship in Contemporary Temples in India: A Video Presentation" (project) "Art of Rituals" "Art's Reflection of Sex in Indian Culture" "Artist as Thinker and Spiritual Adept" "Asokan Pillars and Buddhist Beliefs" "Brhadesvara Vimana at Gangaikondacolapuram: Scale Drawing with Architectural and Historical Analysis" (project) "Buddhist Art in Meditation Practices" "Buddhist Symbolism in Indian Art" "Buddhist Theory of Art and Architecture" "Comparative Study of Four Buddhist Cave Temples of Western India" "Depictions of Krsna in Indian Court Paintings" "Design and Construction of the Indian Temple: Methods and Tools" (project) "Development of Buddhist Iconography" "Dvarpalas in Indian Art and Myth" "Early City Planning in India and its Development" "Evolution of the Buddha in Indian Art from Symbolic Non-Human to Human Form" "Evolution of the Islamic Masjid in India" "Evolution of the Islamic Mausoleum in India" "Goddesses of the Hindu Religion As Depicted in Painting and Sculpture" "The Hindu Temple: Construction, Symbolism, and Function” "Historical and Analytical Study of The Great Stupa at Sanchi" "Historical and Structural Study of the Taj Mahal" (project) "History and Significance of the Ajanta Paintings" "Indus Valley Civilization: Indus Script, Indus Seals" "Ideal Lovers in Indian Court Painting" "Influence of Islamic Art on Other Indian Architecture" "Influences of the Bhagavata Purana on Indian Art" "Kandariya Mahadeo Temple at Khajuraho: A Project With Descriptive Analysis" (project) "Krsna-Radha Themes in Indian Art" "Laksanas: Pen and Ink Drawings"(project) "Lost Wax Method of Indian Bronze Casting" (project) "Lotus in Early Indian Art" "Mandalas in Indian Art" "Miniature Painting in the Mughal Dynasty" "Mohenjodaro: Architecture and City Planning" "Mughal Architecture During the Age of Akbar" "Mughal Imperial Painting" (project) "Mughal Influences on Indian Art" "Multimedia Taj Mahal: A CD ROM Application Explaining the Taj" (project) "Myth and Folklore in Village Art in India" "Mythic Depictions in the Sculpted Temple at Elephanta" "Nagas in Indian Myth and Art" “Ornamentation in Indian Art and Architecture” "Pahari Period Miniature Painting" (project) "Parsvanatha in Indian Art" "Place of Cola Period Architecture in Indian Architectural History" "Place and Style of the Tughluq Dynasty in Indo-Islamic Architecture"(project) "Rajarajesvara Vimana at Thanjavur: Scale Drawing with Architectural and Historical Analysis" (project) "Sanctification of Space as Expressed in the Architecture of the Hindu Temple" "Scale Drawing and Historical Documentation for the Brhadesvara Vimana at Thanjavur"(project) "Significance of Ajanta Paintings for an Understanding of Buddhism" "Specification of Sites in Chola and Orissan Temples" “Stone Cutting Techniques and Tools In Indian Sculpture and Villages"(project) "Structural and Philosophical Study of the Hindu Temple" "Structural Evolution of the South Indian Temple" "Study of Indian Mythology as Depicted in Art" "Study of the Kailasanatha Vimana Rock-cut Vimana of the Rastrakutas at Ellura" "Symbolic Art of Indian Ritualism" "Symbolic Masculinity of Siva" "Theravada Monastery in Early Buddhism, An Ascetic Facility" "Tomb of Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq: A Model and Description" (project) "Torana Structure and Buddhist Beliefs" "Aspects of Twentieth-Century Indian Art" "Use of the Lion in Indian Art and Architecture" "Vijayanagara Architecture at Hampi" "Yaksas in Indian Art and Myth" "Uses of Yoga in Indian Art"
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