Asian Art: Japan Quiz Flashcards
Which of the following is true about Japanese calligraphy and painting?
There is a philosophical link in the importance of the present moment in Zen, and the necessity of rapt attention to the present moment in the creation of one of these paintings
How is the piece above different from previous works?
Sharper, jagged brushstrokes
What is the focus of Japanese art?
Nature and its simplicity, beauty, and power
During what period was calligraphy most well-known?
Muromachi
What was the Momoyama period known for?
Its images of bold warriors and luxurious palaces
What have the dry gardens (like the one above) been interpreted to represent?
Volume through shading and perspective
What is the name of the castle above?
Himeji Castle
Which of the following is a reason why there might not be many visitors to the castle above?
This castle is difficult to reach by foot and there is not sense of direction or progress as one progresses through the maze of steep walls
How does the painting above differ from the paintings of other periods?
It incorporates volume through shading and perspective
What period is the piece above from?
Edo
How was the castle seen above different from other Japanese castles?
European muskets and cannons changed Japanese warfare and subsequently influenced Japanese architecture
What form of art is the image above?
Woodcut
