Question 1

How is it clear that the Yombe sculpture of a kneeling female figure with bowl and child (4.3.6)represents a nature spirit associated with ancestors?

Accepted Answer

The white paint and shiny eyes are common attributes used to depict spirits or beings from the spiritual realm in various African cultures, including the Yombe. These features signify a connection to the spiritual or ancestral world, indicating that the figure represents a nature spirit associated with ancestors.

Question 2

The term "vanitas" in art includes references to ________.

Accepted Answer

The term "vanitas" in art includes all of these references, including the fleeting nature of life, the passing of time, memento mori, and transient sights, smells, and sounds. Vanitas art often features symbolic objects such as skulls, hourglasses, and wilting flowers as a reminder of the inevitability and transience of life.

Question 3

Pieter Claesz made which of the following types of artworks?

Accepted Answer

Pieter Claesz was a Dutch still-life painter in the 17th century, known for his realistic paintings of food, vessels, and tableware.

Question 4

Who is the artist of Dead Christ?

Accepted Answer

Dead Christ is a painting by Italian artist Andrea Mantegna.

Question 5

Photographs,such as Andres Serrano's The Morgue (Gun Murder),cannot display the perspective technique of foreshortening.

Accepted Answer

Photographs can display the perspective technique of foreshortening, as it involves portraying an object or human body in a picture in such a way that it appears to recede into the background, which can be achieved in photography through angle and lens choice.

Question 6

Rituals that connect with ancestors and nature spirits are as important as the tasks of daily life for African peoples like the Yombe.

Accepted Answer

Rituals connecting with ancestors and nature spirits are deeply embedded in the cultural and spiritual practices of many African peoples, including the Yombe. These rituals are considered essential for maintaining a harmonious relationship with the spirit world, and are often prioritized alongside the practical necessities of daily life.

Question 7

Bis poles were made for what purpose?

Accepted Answer

Bis poles were created by the Asmat people of Papua, Indonesia, for multiple purposes, including honoring the deceased, acknowledging ancestors' roles in daily life, assisting spirits in the afterlife, and serving functions in rituals such as male initiation and memorial feasts.

Question 8

The sculpture of the goddess Tlazolteotl giving birth to the maize god (4.3.1)was made by which culture?

Accepted Answer

The sculpture of the goddess Tlazolteotl giving birth to the maize god is a representation of the Aztec culture's mythology and beliefs.

Question 9

Rineke Dijkstra's series Mothers focuses on ________.

Accepted Answer

Rineke Dijkstra's series Mothers focuses on depicting mothers with their newborn children.

Question 10

Bis pole sculptures were made by which culture?

Accepted Answer

Bis pole sculptures are a significant art form of the Asmat people, who are indigenous to the southwestern part of Papua, in what is now Indonesia. These sculptures are traditionally carved from a single tree and are often used in ceremonies related to ancestor worship and the celebration of the deceased.

Question 11

For whom is the message contained in I Am Your Grandma intended?

Accepted Answer

The message in "I Am Your Grandma" is intended for the artist's future unborn grandchild. The song is written from the perspective of the artist as a grandmother, communicating her hopes and dreams for her grandchild.

Question 12

The painting called Dead Christ focuses the viewer's attention on ________.

Accepted Answer

The title of the painting and the focus on the dead body of Christ suggest that the painting is meant to draw attention to his death and the finality of it. The positioning of his body in the center of the painting further emphasizes this.

Question 13

Who is the artist of The Morgue (Gun Murder)?

Accepted Answer

Andres Serrano is the artist behind The Morgue (Gun Murder) which is a photograph of a gunshot victim laid out on a metal slab in a morgue.

Question 14

The Morgue (Gun Murder)is shocking because:

Accepted Answer

The Morgue (Gun Murder) is shocking because it reminds us that as a society, we no longer have a direct relationship with the dead. Unlike in the past when people would care for their dead loved ones and graves were often located on family property, death has become more sanitized and removed from daily life. The image of a violent death in a morgue highlights this separation and can be jarring for modern viewers.

Question 15

What is the medium of "Julie,Den Haag,The Netherlands,February 29,1994"?

Accepted Answer

"Julie, Den Haag, The Netherlands, February 29, 1994" indicates a photograph taken on a specific date and location, making option C - color photograph - the most appropriate medium.

Question 16

The goddess Tlazolteotl was responsible for ________.

Accepted Answer

The goddess Tlazolteotl was known as the goddess of life and death, as well as cleansing and purification. She was associated with both the creation of new life, particularly through childbirth, and the ending of life, including the purging of sins and illnesses through confession and ritual sacrifices.

Question 17

Compare Andrea Mantegna's Dead Christ (4.3.3)with Andres Serrano's The Morgue (Gun Murder)(4.3.4).What medium was used to make each of them? Does the medium used affect the way you view each artwork? Give your reasons why,or why not.

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

Who is the artist of I Am Your Grandma?

Accepted Answer

The artist of I Am Your Grandma is Jillian Mayer.

Question 19

How do the bis poles made in New Guinea depict,reference,and honor ancestors? Can you think of any other artworks (either in this textbook or elsewhere)that pay tribute to ancestors? How is your chosen artwork similar to and/or different from the bis poles? What do these artworks tell you about the cycle of life that you had not thought of before learning about them?

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

In a video called I Am Your Grandma the artist uses technology,references to existing artworks,and popular culture to explore identity.

Accepted Answer

The statement accurately describes the content and themes of the video "I Am Your Grandma" by artist Jillian Mayer, which incorporates technology, art references, and pop culture to tackle issues of self-identity and representation in the digital age.

Quiz 32: Art and the Cycle of Life

How is it clear that the Yombe sculpture of a kneeling female figure with bowl and child (4.3.6) represents a nature spirit associated with ancestors?