Indonesia's Shadow Puppetry
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This 10 page paper provides specific information on the history of the shadow puppets in the nation. Shadow puppetry is discussed in general and Indonesia's politics and culture are touched on. The relevance of shadow puppetry in Indonesia is a focus of this paper. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: SA321pup.rtf

Influence of Egyptian Art & Architecture
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A 3 page research paper that examines how Egyptian art and architecture have influenced modern forms. The writer particularly focuses on how Egyptian art influenced the eighteenth century rococo period, as well as the art deco of the twentieth century. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khegarag.rtf

INFLUENCES OF AFRICAN ART ON EUROPEAN MODERNISTS
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This 11 page paper deals with how Africa was viewed by early nineteen hundred Europeans. The continent was not only considered intriguing to them, but also influencial. This paper cites seven sources.
Filename: BBAFRAI.rtf

Islamic Art and China
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A 5 page paper on Islamic art in China. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAisrtc.rtf

Islamic Influence in Venetian Architecture
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A 10 page review of the many Islamic influences that can be found in Venetian architecture. The Doge’s Palace (Ducal Palace) in particular is explored. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PParchIslamVenice.rtf

Islamic Mosaics: The “Dome of the Rock” and the “Great Mosque of Damascus”
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A 8 page discussion of the mosaics of ancient Islamic art and architecture. Describes the mosaics of the “Dome of the Rock” and the “Great Mosque of Damascus” and provides an overview of the interpreted meanings of these beautiful pieces of art. Notes that while the ravages of time have complicated the situation considerably, there are commonly agreed upon dates of completion for these mosaics and that these artistic productions, as well as their meanings, are really a reflection of the time period in which they were created. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPislmMs.wps

King Tut: His Rise to Power and His Death
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This 6 page paper discusses the legendary boy King of Egypt, his rise to power and his untimely death. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: HVKngTut.rtf

Kouros at the Met
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(5pp). This Kouros, is the focus of the Judy and Michael Steinhardt Gallery dedicated to Greek Art of the sixth century BC. It is one of the only complete early Kouroi outside of Greece to be seen, and perhaps the only one in America. Certainly, it is one of the most important and rare works of the art in the Metropolitan Greek collection. It epitomizes the early Archaic style, with its static posture, one foot forward, arms held tightly by the side, gaze straight ahead.
Filename: BBkouros.doc

Kouros at the Met.
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(5pp). This Kouros, is the focus of the Judy and Michael Steinhardt Gallery dedicated to Greek Art of the sixth century BC. It is one of the only complete early Kouroi outside of Greece to be seen, and perhaps the only one in America. Certainly, it is one of the most important and rare works of the art in the Metropolitan Greek collection. It epitomizes the early Archaic style, with its static posture, one foot forward, arms held tightly by the side, gaze straight ahead. (1 visual)
Filename: BBkurosR.doc

Lives of the Pharaohs
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A 5 page discussion of the material culture and spiritual belief of the ancient Egyptians. An extensive discussion, based largely on Pierre Montet’s “Lives of the Pharaohs”, is included on the architecture of these peoples and of what we know about their spiritual beliefs. The author of this paper emphasizes that although the time period spanned by ancient Egypt and the number of rulers which played in its history is tremendous, throughout its entirety the archeological record serves as a clue to the values and lifeways of these fascinating peoples. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PPegpPhr.rtf

Ma Yuan/Artist of the Song Dynasty
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A 5 page research paper/essay that analyzes a work by Ma Yuan of the Chinese Song Dynasty period. The art of Ma Yuan (c. 1155-1225), along with that of Xia Gui, represents the highest level of Chinese painting during the Song dynasty (1127-1279) (Ma Yuan). During the Southern Song period (1127-1279), court painters continued to favor landscapes as subject material, as they had in the past, but they also favored smaller formats and more lyrical treatments (Southern Song). This examination of a work, Walking on a Mountain path in Spring by Ma Yuan, concentrates on describing its lyric elements, that is, the features of the poem that are designed to evoke emotion on the part of the viewer. Also, a comparison is made between Ma Yuan and Xia Gui. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khmayuan.rtf

Mayan Cylindrical Vessel
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A 3 page research paper that describes a Mayan vessel from the eighth century. The writer offers a detailed description and relates this description to what is known of the Mayan culture. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khmayves.rtf