ARTH 227 - Ottoman, Safavid & Mughal Arts

Credits: 4

The early modern era witnessed the rise of the Ottoman Turks, the Safavids of Iran, and the Mughals of India, three states that were in close communication and competition with each other, as well as European counterparts. This course looks at the art, architecture, and urban culture of these three dynasties from the fifteenth through the eighteenth century, with a focus on the formation of the early modern concept of a royal capital, the diplomatic and competitive relationships between the three societies, as well as the reception of Europeans and European art practices at all three courts. Fulfills AUS and pre-1800 requirement for Art History major. Offered every other year.