Art Of India - Sculpture & Painting
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Bodhisattva ______________ (Avalokiteshvara). Black princess...
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India is a wonderful country which boasts the second highest population in the entire world, and as such comes with its fair share of rich history and culture. Some examples of that includes art, particularly painting and sculpture. What can you tell us about the art of India?
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Yakshi from ___________.
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Seated Buddha. (Dhyana mudra, concentration).
Explanation
The correct answer is "gandhara" because the term "gandhara" refers to a specific region in ancient India, which is known for its distinctive style of art and sculpture. The mention of "Seated Buddha" suggests that the artwork in question is a depiction of Buddha in a seated position. The addition of "Dhyana mudra, concentration" further reinforces the association with Buddhism and meditation. Therefore, the answer "gandhara" is a logical choice as it aligns with the historical and artistic context provided.Rate this question:
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King of Kings, Mathura
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Bodhisattva ___________.
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(Dharma-chakra mudra).
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Bull capital at _________.
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Colossal Buddha
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Buddha with a romano influence.
Explanation
The answer "gandhara" is likely referring to the Gandhara art style, which emerged in the region of Gandhara (present-day Pakistan and Afghanistan) during the 1st century CE. This art style was heavily influenced by Greco-Roman aesthetics, as a result of the region's historical connections with the Hellenistic world. It is known for its fusion of Greek, Roman, and Indian artistic elements, often depicting Buddha and other Buddhist figures in a Hellenistic manner. Therefore, "Buddha with a romano influence" can be seen as a concise description of the Gandhara art style.Rate this question:
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____________ at _______.
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_________ and his Queen, Ajanta, Cave 19.
Explanation
The given answer, "nagaraja," is the correct answer because it completes the sentence in a grammatically correct manner. The sentence states that "_________ and his Queen, Ajanta, Cave 19," indicating that a noun is needed to fill in the blank. "Nagaraja" is a term used in Hindu mythology to refer to the king of snakes, which fits appropriately in the context of the sentence.Rate this question:
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"Proto-Shiva" (________ Lord of the Beasts).
Explanation
The term "Proto-Shiva" refers to the early form or prototype of the Hindu deity Shiva. "Pasupati" is a title given to Shiva, which means "Lord of the Beasts" or "Lord of Animals." This suggests that in the early stages of the development of Shiva's character, he was associated with animals and had dominion over them. Therefore, "pasupati" is the correct answer to complete the given statement.Rate this question:
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Artistic influence on King of Kings, Mathura.
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Durga at Udayagiri-Vidisa
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Vishnu. Deogarh. Lakshmi. Skanda and Ganesha on the sides.
Explanation
The given answer, "narayana anantasayana," is a phrase that refers to Lord Vishnu, who is often depicted in a reclining position on the serpent Ananta. The mention of Vishnu, Deogarh (a place associated with Lord Vishnu), and the deities Lakshmi, Skanda, and Ganesha on the sides, all point to the theme of the artwork or the subject being depicted. Therefore, "narayana anantasayana" is a suitable explanation for the given description.Rate this question:
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__________ Yaksha or Yaksha __________.
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________ at _________ _________.
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Ajanta, Cave 17.
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Varaha
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