The central significance of the Kaaba in Mecca is reflected in other Islamic architecture in that

the plans of all mosques are oriented towards center of Islamic prayer

Although the statues’ bodies remain attached to the rock behind them, the other areas of the figure were freestanding to

provide spaces for circumambulation and meditation

Visitors of the Kaaba approach the shrine in the hope of

touchin the Black Stone that is embedded in the eastern corner of the Kaaba

In Il-Khanid courtly culture, the figure of Bahram Gur from the Bahram Gur Fights the Karg would have symbolized

civilized rule overcoming turmoil or disarray

When designing the Ardabil Carpet, understanding that it would be shown in a sacred space, the artist included a

large central medallion that supports two lamps shown hanging from each end

The choice of traditional subject matter for the illustrated manuscript of the Shahnama demonstrates the

awareness of Persian cultural identity expressed through Firdausi’s poem

Features that demonstrate the influence of Greco-Roman, as well as Asian artistic traditions, are best explained by

Bamiyan’s location on the Silk Road

How did Bamiyan Buddhas' feature reflect the influence of artistic traditions fostered by their location on the SilkRoad

Realistically draping folds of the robes, influe. by HellenisticGreek style

One reason for the central plan of the Dome of the Rock is to

accommodate the practice of circumambulation around a sacred space within

Rinpoche’s gilded surface and his jewel-encrusted throne and robes are likely viewed by the visitors as expressing the

divine origin of the statue and its close relation to the historical Buddha

Although the facade of Petra contains many Greek architectural elements, it also departs from Classical Greek in its

combination of a broken pediment and tholos

The influence of different stylistic traditions that can be seen in the Treasury of Petra reflects the

Long-dist. trade was a main role in society, exposing them to diff cultures

The Court of Gayumars is characteristic of traditional Persian miniatures in its

crowded composition, multiple viewpoints, and complex details

The production of the highly detailed pattern design of the Ardabil Carpet was facilitated by the

high knot count of the woolen pile

The artist conveyed a sense of implied depth in the Court of Gayumars folio from Shah Tahmasp’s Shahnama by

overlapping human figures and landscape features

In the work shown, Bahram Gur Fights the Karg, the depiction of the subject matter visually contributes to the story by

identifying the hero through his luxurious, kingly garb

Which best explains the long-lasting durability of the Bamiyan Buddhas prior to their destruction in 2001?

the closed standing pose and rock-cut carving technique

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1
The central significance of the Kaaba in Mecca is reflected in other Islamic architecture in that
Mosque plan based on cube-shaped form.
All mosques include an ambulatory for pilgrim movement.
Mosques have outer courtyards to mimic the layout of Kaaba.
the plans of all mosques are oriented towards center of Islamic prayer
2
Although the statues’ bodies remain attached to the rock behind them, the other areas of the figure were freestanding to
provide spaces for circumambulation and meditation
provide a means for visitors to admire the skill of the carvers
provide sheltered places in which congregations could pray
provide places in which offerings could be left
3
Because of the secular nature of the work, the ornamentation of the Basin differs from mosque ornamentation by
incorporating bands of calligraphy
incorporating intricate vegetal patterns
incorporating human figures
incorporating geometric patterns
4
Visitors of the Kaaba approach the shrine in the hope of
touchin the Black Stone that is embedded in the eastern corner of the Kaaba
entering the shrine’s interior to circumambulate the altar contained within
leaving offerings near the Eastern wall of the shrine
viewing ancient statues of saints in niches inside the shrine
5
In Il-Khanid courtly culture, the figure of Bahram Gur from the Bahram Gur Fights the Karg would have symbolized
civilized rule overcoming turmoil or disarray
the importance of spirituality over material wealth
loyalty to those who reign with divine approval
the rebirth or reincarnation of a soul after death
6
When designing the Ardabil Carpet, understanding that it would be shown in a sacred space, the artist included a
group of dancing figures playing musical instruments in festive celebration
golden background in order to indicate spirituality and timelessness
field of small rectangular shapes that symbolize people, events, or places
large central medallion that supports two lamps shown hanging from each end
7
The choice of traditional subject matter for the illustrated manuscript of the Shahnama demonstrates the
fundamental misunderstanding of myths and legends passed down over time
attempt to connect Islamic teachings to the relig. practices of anc. Persia
awareness of Persian cultural identity expressed through Firdausi’s poem
use of propaganda to draw attention to the accomplishments of his own reign
8
Features that demonstrate the influence of Greco-Roman, as well as Asian artistic traditions, are best explained by
the presence of monks from Europe
the education of local rulers
Bamiyan’s location on the Silk Road
a desire to affect non-Buddhist visitors
9
How did Bamiyan Buddhas' feature reflect the influence of artistic traditions fostered by their location on the SilkRoad
Robes that are painted in comp. colors, influenced by Early Christian style
Garments that are belted at the waist influe. by the style of Old Kingdom
Columnar folds of robes, w/ an elongated appearance influe. by Early Gothic
Realistically draping folds of the robes, influe. by HellenisticGreek style
10
One reason for the central plan of the Dome of the Rock is to
recall the theme of judgment b/c of its similarity in design to a law court
separate figs. w/ sacred or imperial authority from the general population
house large crowds gathered for congregational worship and communal prayer
accommodate the practice of circumambulation around a sacred space within
11
Rinpoche’s gilded surface and his jewel-encrusted throne and robes are likely viewed by the visitors as expressing the
royal patronage of the statue and wealth of its original donors
divine origin of the statue and its close relation to the historical Buddha
wealth and splendor that awaits the faithful after entering paradise
valuable nature of the relics that are embedded inside the sculpture
12
Although the facade of Petra contains many Greek architectural elements, it also departs from Classical Greek in its
combination of a broken pediment and tholos
use of plastered mud bricks instead of pure stone
combination of a columned portico with a pediment
use of figural reliefs instead of freestanding sculptures
13
The influence of different stylistic traditions that can be seen in the Treasury of Petra reflects the
The Nabataean Empire united countries with diff traditions
Diff cultures conquered the Nabataeans leading to adoption of foreign trad.
Long-dist. trade was a main role in society, exposing them to diff cultures
The Nabataeans replaced older trads when adopting a new relig belief system
14
The Court of Gayumars is characteristic of traditional Persian miniatures in its
horizontal layout with mathematically determined proportions
borders that are similar to the leading of stained-glass windows
crowded composition, multiple viewpoints, and complex details
use of contrapposto poses, shadowing, and perspective
15
The production of the highly detailed pattern design of the Ardabil Carpet was facilitated by the
small beads woven into a silk base
high knot count of the woolen pile
tiny stitches of overlaid embroidery
thin Egyptian cotton threads of the warp
16
The artist conveyed a sense of implied depth in the Court of Gayumars folio from Shah Tahmasp’s Shahnama by
incorporating figural modeling and shadows
combining flat figures with aerial perspective
applying principles of one-point perspective
overlapping human figures and landscape features
17
In the work shown, Bahram Gur Fights the Karg, the depiction of the subject matter visually contributes to the story by
drawing the viewer’s eye to details depicted in the background
using scale to convey the Karg’s intimidating cruelty
identifying the hero through his luxurious, kingly garb
directing the gaze of the king toward the viewer
18
Which best explains the long-lasting durability of the Bamiyan Buddhas prior to their destruction in 2001?
the closed standing pose and rock-cut carving technique
the hard imported stone that reinforced the base of the figures
the monumental scale and isolation of the surrounding area
the stucco and metal that originally covered their surface
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The combo of vegetal and figural forms in the Basin reflects the distinction drawn in medieval Islamic culture between
people of different social classes
oral and written history
luxury and everyday contexts
religious and secular law

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