FINAL 01 - Art in Asia Flashcards
Is characterized by artistic forms associated with three major religions
Indian art
3 major religions where Indian art is based on
Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam
Used for the performing arts and are believed to have been written by the gods
Natvashashtra
Refers to art produced during the British occupation of India
Art under Raj
Has been described as the most feminine costume in the world
Sari
3 parts of the sari
Choli, Saya, Sari
Part of the sari that covers the upper part of the body
Choli
Part of the sari which is held to the body by a drawstring
Saya
Part of the sari which consists of a long piece of cloth that is wound around the body in a variety of ways
Sari
Is the characteristic costume of Indian men in the villages
Dhoti
Are paintings or drawings done on floors, walls, and other plain surfaces
Rangoli
Consists of designs applied to the skin using powder from the leaves of the mehndi, or henna plant
Mehndi
One of the classical dances of India; it is traditionally associated with temples where the devadasis were dedicated to the gods residing in the temple
Bharatanatvam
Is another classical dance form, originating from the northern region
Kathak
It is based on the Ramayana, and tells the story of the hero Rama
Ramilia
Marks significant changes from the traditions of Buddhist and Hindu art
Muslim art
Muslim’s place of worship
Mosque/masjid
A roofed area in the mosque that marks the qibla (direction of prayer) which is oriented towards Mecca, Saudi Arabia
Prayer hall
Part of the mosque that is seen as the symbol of faith
Tower (minar or minaret)
A feature of many mosques, which holds congregational worship
Courtyard
This is the area of the mosque for the ritual washing of the head, hands, and feet before prayer
Water tank
Part of the mosque that is surrounded by walls
Portico
Is surrounded by a great wall and is approached through a gate that opens up into a spacious garden
Taj Mahal
Is represented by religious structures and sculptures
Hindu art
Wears a crown and carries four major symbols: conch, lotus, club, and discus
Vishnu
Is inspired by the life and teachings of Buddha, who lived around the 6th century BCE
Buddhist art
Is one of the most important Buddhist contributions to architecture
Stupa
May be likened to a saint; is capable of achieving nirvana
Bodhisattva
Is characterized by a strong sense of tradition, especially in dealing with family
Chinese art
Is a philosophy based on social cohesion, which seeks to establish virtue and right conduct
Confucianism
The founder of Confucianism; was born during the period of the Warring States
Confucius
Developed in the 6th century BC by Lao Tzu who extolled the virtue of the “tao” or “the way”
Taoism
Represents the principle of dualism
Yin-yang symbol
A Taoist symbol which is made from the taiji and the eight trigrams
Pakua
A branch of Buddhism that had profound influence in the art of painting in China
Chan Bhuddism
Constructed to keep the barbarian invaders (the Hans) from the north
Great Wall of China
An archway made of either wood or stone, decorated with colorful glazed tiles
Paifang
A cylindrical compound that consists of numerous apartment-type units which rose up to three floors
Tu Lou
A horizontal handscroll by Zhang Zeduan which is one of the most valuable scrolls in Chinese history
Spring Festival along the River
Part of the Chinese performing tradition that started approximately during the 11th century Sung dynasty
Beijing opera
Is a kind of performance art that enhances the capabilities of the human body while developing a sense of discipline
Martial arts
A Chinese form of martial art in which the primary technique is the use of hand and foot blows
Kung-fu
A Korean martial art that emphasizes kicking to a greater degree
Taekwondo
Is a Japanese martial art that is used as a generic term for many styles of hand-and-foot fighting methods
Karate
A Chinese physical conditioning exercise that was developed to enhance the flexibility of body movement
Tai Chi
Was influenced by many cultures, such as those from China, Europe, and America
Japanese art
Shinto gods that are considered divine spirits that take the form of natural things and forces
Kami
The Japanese folk art of folding paper into beautiful figures
Origami
Is a Japanese form of Buddhism which is concerned with the attainment of satori or enlightenment
Zen Buddhism
This form is associated with the Heian period, which is centered on the city now known as Kyoto
Narrative handscrolls
Were introduced to Europe and America in the 19th century
Woodblock prints
Means ‘artificial hill’; it consists of hills and ponds
Tsuki-yama
Consists of flat ground designed to represent a valley or more
Hira-niwa
Has a dried-up landscape style; has rocks to suggest the waterfall and its basin
Kare-sansui
This art may be found in the following philosophies: Shamanism, Neo-confucianism, and Buddhism
Korean art
Are tomb caves where the ground is shaped like a hill over the grave site resembling a mountain
Tumuli
The key to this practice is the presence of the shaman or mundang
Shamanism
Includes the Japanese apricot, orchid, chrysanthemum, and bamboo
Four noble plants
A distinctive type of pottery that emerged in the Koryo dynasty
Celadon
Also known as the Korean talisman, acts as good luck charms or amulets that ward of evil
Pujok
One of Korea’s traditional sculptures which dates back two centuries
Changseung
The plumper version of the changseung
Harubang
High poles with bird figures perched on top
Sot’dae
Is placed at the entrance of villages to shield against evil spirits
Pangsa-t’ap
Generally describes the patterns that decorate the exposed eaves and doors of temples and palaces
Danch’eong
Clay figures that give images to animals along the roof edges to ward of evil spirits
Chapsang
Pagodas in Korea that are usually made out of stone
Ta’p
The cave temple of an enormous stone Buddha that is said to be the apex of Buddhist architecture
Sokkuram grotto
The architect of the Sokkuram grotto who built it during the Silla period
Kim Tae Song
His paintings have images which have disappeared over time
Duck-Hyun Cho
One of the most prominent artifacts related to pottery that was found in Palawan
Manunggul Jar
Woven abaca cloth
T’nalak
Are designs applied to woodcarvings by Tausug and Maranao people
Okir
The naga forms an s-shape, depicting an elaborate figure of a mythical dragon or serpent
Sarimanok naga
A motif of a fern growing vertically, with a central point from which the design radiates outwards
Pako rabong
The technique was practiced by the indigenous people of Samar Island in the middle of early 1600 and late 1800 AD
Kutkut art
