Indonesia General Terms Flashcards
1
Q
symbolises power, speed, martial ability and protection against snakes
A
Garuda
2
Q
birdlike statues, made to appear like a large mythical eagle
A
Garuda
3
Q
gigantic snake, natural enemy of the garuda
A
Naga
4
Q
symbolises fertility, droughts and flood
A
Naga
5
Q
floral carving and other intricately carved motif attributed to Islam
A
Okir
6
Q
early indonesian paintings were mainly used for?
A
religious and ritual purposes
7
Q
common subjects for paintings
A
Hindu and Javanese stories, indigenous legends
8
Q
Early secular paintings were used to
A
decorate their homes
9
Q
sculptures carved on walls
A
reliefs
10
Q
Prajnaparamita
A
Perfection Transcedent Wisdom