Identifiers
Give two identifiers (besides the name and location) of the Gold and Jade Crown
Silla Kingdom
Three Kingdoms Period
Korea
Fifth to sixth century C.E.
Metalwork.
Why is the Funeral banner of Lady Dai (Xin Zhui) important?
afterlife
religious
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Why is the Conical tower and circular wall of Great Zimbabwe important?
They are considered symbolic representations of power and authority of the rulers of the ancient city
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Why is the Moai on platform (ahu) important?
They represent the spirits of ancestral chiefs, acting as a sacred connection between the living and the supernatural realm.
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Give two identifiers (besides location and name) for the piece City of Cusco and why is it important?
Central highlands, Peru
Inka. c. 1440 C.E; convent added 1550–1650 C.E.
Andesite.
it was the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, serving as the political, religious, and cultural center of the vast South American civilization, and is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the Western Hemisphere, showcasing unique Inca architecture and urban planning that still remains visible today.
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Give two identifiers (besides the name and location) for the Wall plaque, from Oba’s palace.
Edo peoples
Benin (Nigeria)
16th century C.E.
Cast brass.
Why is the Forbidden City important?
It was the center of Chinese power for over 500 years, and it's a remarkable example of Chinese architecture and culture
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Why is the Great Mosque of Djenné important?
Symbolizes the community's commitment to preserving its heritage
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Why is the Buk (mask) important?
It's believed to represent a hero or ancestor and may connect the wearer to the supernatural
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Give two identifiers (besides name and location) for Audience Hall (apadana) of Darius and Xerxes and why is it important?
Persepolis, Iran.
Persian.
c. 520–465 B.C.E.
Limestone
Served as the primary ceremonial space for the Persian kings at Persepolis, showcasing the vastness and power of the Achaemenid Empire.
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Give two identifiers (besides the name and location) for the Tamati Waka Nene.
Gottfried Lindauer
1890 C.E.
Oil on canvas.
Why is the art piece, Portrait of Sin Sukju(1417–1475) important.
It depicts a prominent historical figure, Sin Sukju, a powerful scholar-official who played a significant role in the early Joseon Dynasty of Korea.
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What is the other name for the Golden Stool and why is it important?
Sika Dwa Kofi
it is considered a sacred symbol of unity and power for the Ashanti people of Ghana, believed to house the soul of the nation
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Why is the Hiapo (tapa) important?
Key cultural marker in Polynesian societies, representing a deep connection to family, land, and heritage through its intricate designs and ceremonial usage.
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Give two identifiers (besides name and location) for Great Stupa at Sanchi and why is it important.
Madhya Pradesh, India.
Buddhist;
Maurya, late Sunga Dynasty.
c. 300 B.C.E.–100 C.E.
Stone masonry, sandstone on dome
Prime example of early Buddhist architecture, showcasing intricate carvings and sculptures that depict key Buddhist stories, making it a significant pilgrimage site and a testament to the spread of Buddhism in the region.
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Give two identifiers (besides name and location) for the Staff God.
Rarotonga
Cook Islands, central Polynesia
Late 18th to early 19th century C.E.
Wood, tapa, fiber, and feathers.
Why is White and Red Plum Blossoms important?
The artist's greatest masterpiece and registered national treasure of Japan
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Why is the Aka elephant mask important?
It serves as a potent symbol of power and authority.
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Why is the Navigation chart important?
Represents a unique and sophisticated system of ocean navigation developed by the Marshallese people.
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Give two identifiers (besides name and place) and why it is important for the piece: Woman Holding a Balance.
Johannes Vermeer
c. 1664 C.E.
Oil on canvas.
Imagery of a woman weighing objects on a scale to symbolize the need for a balanced life, weighing earthly possessions against spiritual concerns
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Give two identifiers (besides name and location) for the work: Presentation of Fijian mats and tapa cloths to Queen Elizabeth II- if you want to do media, do at least five.
Fiji, Polynesia
1953 C.E.
Multimedia performance (costume; cosmetics, including scent; chant; movement; and pandanus fiber/hibiscus fiber mats), photographic documentation.
Why is Under the Wave off Kanagawa (Kanagawa oki nami ura), also known as the Great Wave, from the series Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji important?
Use of perspective that makes the wave appear larger than Mount Fuji, and its powerful depiction of nature's raw power, effectively capturing the awe-inspiring yet potentially dangerous force of the ocean, all while beautifully integrating the culturally significant.
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What is the other name for the Reliquary figure and why is it important?
Byeri
Tt acts as a guardian of the relics and the spiritual power they hold
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What is the other name for the Feather Cape and why is it so important?
‘Ahu ‘ula
Served as a powerful symbol of high chiefly status in ancient Hawaiian society, only worn by the highest ranking aliʻi (chiefs) during ceremonies and battles, signifying their divine connection and authority.
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The Horse in Motion-
why is it important?
two identifiers (besides name and place)?
what can you compare it too?
Eadweard Muybridge. 1878 C.E. Albumen print.
It marked the first example of chronophotography, essentially capturing movement in a series of still images.
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