Islamic Architecture Features and Symbolism

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What artistic style is Abdulmari Asia Imao known for?

Cubism

How do the Talaandig artists from Bukidnon express their affinities with the land in their art?

Using soil instead of pigments

Which architect designed the Coconut Palace utilizing indigenous building materials?

Francisco Manosca

What is a prominent theme in Julie Lluch's terracotta works?

Female identity and personal experiences

Which venue hosted the 1976 IMF World Bank Conference in the Philippines?

Philippine International Convention Center

In what architectural style was the National Arts Center in Mt. Makiling designed?

Vernacular like Ifugao fale

What does the octagonal base symbolize in Abdulmari Asia Imao's artwork?

Spirit

Which element serves the function of ablution or cleansing in the context of Talaandig art?

Area of water supply

What characteristic feature is Panolong associated with in Julie Lluch's terracotta works?

Elaborately carved protrusion

What material is often used in the sculpting and engraving process in Filipino tradition according to the text?

Terracotta

In the context of Filipino architecture, what do thick buttresses or wing-like projections reinforce according to the text?

Structure to resist earthquakes

Which Filipino architectural style showcases a fusion of native and European elements according to the text?

Spanish Colonial style

What style is characterized by grandeur, drama, and elaborate details that purposely appeal to the emotions?

Baroque style

What does the term 'Trompe l’oeil' refer to in art?

Illusionistic art

Which architectural feature integrates both sculpture and architecture and is often embellished with rosettes, scrolls, and solomonic columns?

Retablo

What is the main subject depicted in a series of 14 paintings or relief structures in Christian art?

Christ's crucifixion and resurrection

Which musical instruments were introduced in Western musical traditions in the Philippines?

Piper organ, violin, and guitar

What was the purpose of the Plaza Complex in Filipino architecture?

To function as a town center with government offices and church

Explore the features and symbolism of Islamic architecture, including the significance of octagonal and four-sided bases, the Ka'bah shrine, water supply areas for ablution, and Islamic forms with upward orientation. Learn about Panolong, an elaborately carved protrusion resembling a wing.

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