Discussion Post
• Question 1: Monumental Architecture and Sculpture The cultures we studied this week produced architecture, earthworks, and monumental sculpture, in addition to smaller works of art. Using your course textbook locate three examples of architecture, earthworks or monumental sculpture from three different cultures listed here: Islamic, Chinese, Japanese, or the Americas. First, completely identify each structure or sculpture you would like to discuss by listing its name, date, and location. In a minimum of 3 well-developed paragraphs address the following questions:
Who created each work of architecture or sculpture? Who commissioned its creation? What historical events or social or cultural influences affected the creation of each work? How do the visual characteristics of each work contribute to or enhance its message or meaning?
• Question 2: The Function of Art Objects Some of the art objects created by the cultures surveyed this week served functional roles in their society. Using your course textbook locate three such objects, one each from the following: Islamic, Asian (Chinese or Japanese), and African. First, completely identify each object you would like to discuss by listing its name, date, and location.
The response should include a reference list. Using double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.