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All of the following are examples of royal regalia, except:
All of the following are examples of royal regalia, except:
Slip is an artistic technique in which _____________________
Slip is an artistic technique in which _____________________
a thin lay based liquid which is used in the production of ceramics as either a glue to hold pieces together, or as a paint.
What is royal regalia?
What is royal regalia?
Jewels, scepters, and other artifacts of the reigning royal family.
In Jenne art, figures were _________________
In Jenne art, figures were _________________
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What was found at Igbo Ukwu?
What was found at Igbo Ukwu?
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By the ninth century, _________ became an economic and religious force in West and North Africa.
By the ninth century, _________ became an economic and religious force in West and North Africa.
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The discovery of the Blombos cave suggests _________________
The discovery of the Blombos cave suggests _________________
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In 1491, King Nzinga converted the Kongo Kingdom to Christianity. Which of the following was not true in the Kongo Kingdom after 1491?
In 1491, King Nzinga converted the Kongo Kingdom to Christianity. Which of the following was not true in the Kongo Kingdom after 1491?
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_____________ is an ancient African location that archeologists believe was first settled in 200BC.
_____________ is an ancient African location that archeologists believe was first settled in 200BC.
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In the Kongo Kingdom, textiles were ____________________
In the Kongo Kingdom, textiles were ____________________
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Which site is believed to have been the site of an ancient elite burial and shrine?
Which site is believed to have been the site of an ancient elite burial and shrine?
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Africa is often termed "___________________" because of the examples of advanced development found by archeologists.
Africa is often termed "___________________" because of the examples of advanced development found by archeologists.
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Study Notes
Royal Regalia
- Items signifying royalty include jewels, scepters, and artifacts from ruling families.
- There are exceptions to what constitutes royal regalia, as shown in quiz examples.
Artistic Techniques
- Slip is a liquid clay mixture used in ceramics, acting as glue or paint.
Jenne Art
- Figures are polished, coated with red clay slip, and fired at low temperatures to create a distinct appearance.
Archaeological Findings
- Igbo Ukwu provided evidence of advanced metalworking, specifically copper alloy and bronze casting in Sub Saharan Africa.
- Jenne, an ancient site dating back to around 200 BC, features small figures and Islamic architectural influences.
Influence of Islam
- By the 9th century, Islam had established itself as a significant economic and religious force impacting West and North African cultures and architecture.
Abstract Thought
- The discovery at Blombos Cave indicates that abstract thought emerged in humans earlier than previously believed.
Kongo Kingdom
- In 1491, King Nzinga converted the Kongo Kingdom to Christianity, leading to changes in royal and religious figures, though terracotta predominated in regalia artifacts post-conversion.
- Textiles served as both funerary items and currency within the Kongo Kingdom.
Burial Practices
- Igbo Ukwu is recognized as a site for ancient elite burials and shrines.
Civilization Origins
- Africa is referred to as "the cradle of art and civilization" due to the richness of historical development uncovered by archaeologists.
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Explore various aspects of African art and culture, including royal regalia, artistic techniques like slip in ceramics, and significant archaeological findings from important sites. Dive into the influence of Islam and the emergence of abstract thought in early humanity.
