ASIA

The arts of Asia are some of the most diverse in the world

Traditional Indian miniature painting depicting a man and woman in colorful attire standing in a garden with floral borders.
Silhouette map of Asia with label "ASIA" in the center.

CHINA

JAPAN

INDIA + PAKISTAN

World Religon: Buddhism

  • Ancient stone sculpture of a serene figure with a halo, wearing an ornate headdress and traditional attire, showcasing intricate craftsmanship.

    Bodhisattvas

  • Byodo-in Temple in Uji, Japan, featuring traditional Japanese architecture.

    The Western Paradise

  • Ink painting of five persimmons on rice paper with a floral-patterned border.

    Chan (Zen) Buddhism

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Poster featuring a Shang Dynasty oracle bone with Chinese characters, titled "An Introduction to Shang Dynasty China" from ArtsQ, promoting an informational text about ancient Shang Dynasty. Website: www.artsq.org.
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