The history paper
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LyHAVC24MidtermExamimagesQuestionsF18TWO.pptHAVC 24: Introduction to the Visual Cultures of Southeast Asia and Its Diaspora
Prof. Boreth Ly
(Fall 2018)
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Questions # 2 and 3
Borobudur (9th century CE, Java, Indonesia, volcanic sandstone)
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Diagram showing ground plan of Borobudur
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The Turtle Jataka (9th century CE, Borobudur, volcanic sandstone)
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The Vegetarian Quail jataka from Borobudur, 9th century)
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Question # 4
Chandi Sukuh (ca.15th Century CE, Java, Indonesia)
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Linga and Yoni, entrance gate, Chandi Sukuh, Java, Indonesia
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Inscription (written in ancient Javanese): “Consecration of the Holy Gangga Suddhi…the sign of masculinity is the essence of the world.”
Objects rendered on linga: eight-pointed sun, crescent moon, and kris (ceremonial dagger)
Chronogram (base): date equivalent to 1440 CE
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Map of Indonesia
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Penji, grave stela (stone,
19th century, from the island of East Sumba)
Note: Mumulis are found depicted at the base of the Penji.
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Mamuli, ear ornament or pendant (East Sumba, 19th Century, gold)
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Sumbanese woman wearing a mamuli, given to her by her husband as a bridal gift)
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Hinggi with “Skull Tree”, man’s mantle or hip cloth (East Sumba, cotton, warp ikat design, ca. 19th century)
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