Summer 2026 Asian Humanities S2815 section 001

Masterpieces of Islamic Art

Masterpieces of Islamic A

Call Number 10771
Day & Time
Location
MW 1:00pm-4:10pm
To be announced
Points 3
Grading Mode Standard
Approvals Required None
Instructor Mikael B Muehlbauer
Type LECTURE
Method of Instruction In-Person
Course Description

A topical introduction to the architecture and arts of the Islamic cultures of North Africa, Spain, Arabia, Turkey, Iran and Central Asia, from their origins in late antiquity to 1400 CE. A wide variety of media will be explored as we look at artistic accomplishments in both the religious and secular realms. We will study architectural monuments from palaces to mosques as well as small-scale luxury items like textiles, metalwork, ceramics, and illuminated manuscripts.  There will be at least one mandatory class trip to the Metropolitan Museum.

Web Site Vergil
Subterm 05/26-07/03 (A)
Department Summer Session (SUMM)
Enrollment 0 students (15 max) as of 11:06AM Monday, February 16, 2026
Subject Asian Humanities
Number S2815
Section 001
Division Summer Session
Section key 20262AHUM2815S001