Unit 5
What civilization built Machu Picchu, and what purpose is it thought to have served?
The Inca; thought to be a royal estate or ceremonial site.
What material is used to create Mayan lintels, and what do these carvings usually depict?
Stone; they often depict rulers, rituals, and religious imagery
What is the purpose of the Ikenga figures created by the Igbo people?
personal achievement, success, and strength.
What is the primary material used in the construction of the Todai-ji Great Buddha Hall, and what religion does it reflect?
Wood; reflects Buddhism
What materials were used to create the Kwakwaka’wakw mask and what cultural function did they serve?
Cedarwood, paint, string; used in potlatch ceremonies for storytelling and spiritual purposes
What is the function of Chavín de Huántar?
a ceremonial and religious center for the Chavín culture.
What is the significance of the black-on-black ceramic vessels created by Maria Martínez and her husband Julian Martínez?
They revived traditional Puebloan ceramic techniques and incorporated modern designs, helping to preserve cultural identity and art
What is the function of the terracotta warriors found in the tomb of Qin Shi Huangdi?
To protect the emperor in the afterlife
What is the significance of the jaguar motif in the art of the Olmec civilization?
Power, fertility, and connection to the spiritual world
What is the primary medium of the Benin plaques, and what do they celebrate?
Cast brass or bronze. they depict the Oba and his court, celebrating royal power
What is the primary material and technique used in creating the feathered headdress attributed to Moctezuma II?
Feathers from tropical birds like quetzals, gold, and fibers; created using advanced featherwork techniques
What are the primary features of a Chinese landscape painting from the Song Dynasty?
Emphasis on harmony with nature, use of ink on silk or paper, and misty, atmospheric perspectives
What are the primary materials used in the construction of the Mesa Verde cliff dwellings?
Sandstone, mortar, and wooden beams
What do the scarification patterns on African masks often symbolize?
tribal identity, personal status, or spiritual significance.
How does the construction of the Incan city of Cusco reflect their beliefs and power?
It's stone architecture was designed to represent the jaguar (a sacred animal), and its layout reflected cosmic and territorial order
What are the two main materials used in the construction of the Taj Mahal, and what does it commemorate?
White marble and inlaid precious stones; it is a mausoleum commemorating Mumtaz Mahal.
The Great Serpent Mound in Ohio is associated with which prehistoric culture? What might it symbolize?
The Mississippian culture. it might symbolize astronomy, seasons, or religious beliefs
What is the primary material used in the construction of the Great Zimbabwe complex, and what was its primary function?
Stone; served as a royal residence and a center of trade
Which African art piece is known for its complex geometric patterns and serves as a legal and spiritual object for the Luba people?
The Lukasa memory board
What are the key features of Japanese ukiyo-e prints, and what subject matter do they typically depict?
Bold outlines, flat areas of color, and woodblock printing techniques. often depict landscapes, kabuki actors, and scenes of daily life.