Asian Art: Japan Answers

The image above is one of the most famous pieces of Japanese art. Who is the artist of this image? a. Sesshu b. Ikkyû c. Katsushika Hokusai d. Himeji Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Which of the following is true about Japanese calligraphy and painting?a.There is a philosophical link in the importance of the present moment in Zen, and the necessity of rapt attention to the present moment in the creation of one of these paintings.b.There is a philosophical link in the importance of the present moment in Zen, and how the artist lays down the brush.c.There is a philosophical link in the importance of the present moment in Zen, and how the artist represents the idea he or she portrays.

How was the castle seen above different from other Japanese castles? a. The focus of the country had changed and was reflected in the architecture. b. The rooftops were curved at the ends. c. European muskets and cannons changed Japanese warfare and subsequently influenced Japanese architecture. d. Style was placed at a higher priority than defensive capabilities. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Which of the following is a reason why there might not be many visitors to the castle above? a. It is bad luck in the Japanese culture because of the damage from earthquakes. b. This castle is difficult to reach by foot and there is not sense of direction or progress as one progresses through the maze of steep walls. c. Only monks live there and they do not allow visitors. d. Some of the defensive traps are still activated and can cause serious injury. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

What have the dry gardens (like the one above) been interpreted to represent? a. volume through shading and perspective b. the path to enlightenment c. thoughts d. the lack of water that can take life Please select the best answer from the choices provided

What is the focus of Japanese art?a.complexityb.nature and its simplicity, beauty, and powerc.the four elements of natured.all of the above

During what period was calligraphy most well-known?a.Momoyama b.Edo c.Muromachi d.Maruyama-Shijo

What is the name of the castle above? a. Heiji Castle b. Himeji Castle c. Himeju Castle d. Kyeji Castle Please select the best answer from the choices provided

How is the piece above different from previous works? a. no color b. sharper, jagged brushstrokes c. minimal details d. all of the above Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Which of the following artists was one of the most famous during the Muromachi period?a.Katsushika Hokusaib.Hoyogoc.Sesshud.Himeji