The Palace of Knossos
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This 6 page paper provides an overview of the history of this Greek structure, its excavation and architectural makeup. The Greek Myth that surrounds the palace, as well as its reality, is the crux of this report. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA047Kno.wps

The Probable Meanings and Purposes of Paleolithic Art
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A 5 page paper which discusses the art of the Paleolithic period, examining the probably meanings and purposes of the art. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAcaves.rtf

The Process of Mummification: A Critical Component of Ancient Egyptian Culture
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An 18 page discussion of the religious beliefs of ancient Egyptian's belief. These beliefs revolved around the concept of an afterlife, an afterlife which in order for the soul to recognize the body required mummification of the mortal remains so that they were discernibly human. Provides an overview of Egyptian belief, preparation for the afterlife, rituals instructing the dead, the tombs, and ceremonies as well as details on the process of mummification itself. Quotes contemporary scholars as well as the writings of Diodorus and Herodotus who provide two separate descriptions of the mummification process. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: PPegyMum.wps

The Shield of Athena Parthenos
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This 6 page report discusses the shield of the Athena Parthenos, a forty foot ancient statute. The report reviews the work of the sculptor Phidias and his subject Athena, goddess of wisdom and protectress of Athens. Greek art of this period was perceived, and then reflected, as the human ideal. It was a culture that created and collected objects as art, and then used that art for self-expression and social understanding. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWathena.wps

The Three Types of Zen Gardens
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A 5 page paper which compares and contrasts the three different forms of Zen gardens. These forms are as follows: based on landscape paintings, austere and more abstract dry garden, and roji, or tea, garden. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAzengrdn.wps

Tibet Art
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A 5 page research paper that examines two Tibetan art works, their background, dimensions and content, as well as the writer's personal impressions. These works are a Seated Avalokiteshvara sculpture and a painting of the Buddha Amoghasiddhi Attended by Bodhisattvas. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khtibart.rtf

Tutankhamun's Treasures
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(6 pp) The draw of ancient Egypt has held our fascination for centuries. One of the Egyptian tours that fueled the Valley of the Kings flame was the traveling exhibit of Tutankhamun, which stayed 'out' for three years. The collection was found in 1922 almost completely intact and has continued to delight us. Bibliography lists 7 sources - includes 2 visuals.
Filename: BBtuttsR.rtf

Two Views /The Architects of the Pyramids
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A 6 page book review that compares and contrasts two books on Egyptian art and architecture -- Temples of the Last Pharaohs by Dieter Arnold of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and The Pharaohs' Master-Builders by Henri and Anne Stierlin. The writer argues that the Arnold book is the superior volume from a scholarly point of view. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khegyart.rtf

Urban Houses of Ancient Rome
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A 7 page paper which examines the types of houses that existed during ancient Roman times, emphasizing the atrium style. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TGromhom.rtf

Various Periods of Art
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A 5 page paper which examines classical, Romanesque, Gothic, and Early Renaissance art. The information presented is taken from the third edition of “A History of Western Art” by Laurie Schneider Adams. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAwesart.rtf

Votive Statues of Ancient Egypt
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This 5 page report shows how Egyptian votive statues allows for a greater understanding of the culture and beliefs of ancient Egyptians. In ancient Egypt and throughout its many dynasties, everything that happened, regardless of how important or how minor, was credited to the influence and desires of the gods. Therefore, the ancient Egyptians believed that constant worship, awareness, and offerings were a necessary aspect of their daily lives. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BWegvov.rtf

Wall Paintings of the Etruscan Tombs
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A 6 page discussion of the wall paintings of the Etruscan tombs. References the paintings of Tomb of the Triclinium, the Tomb of the Baron, the Tomb of The Bulls, the Tomb of the Lionesses, the Tomb of Fishing and Hunting, the Tomb of the Augurs, the Tomb of Orcus and the Tomb of the Shields. Explores the chronology of the artistic evolution which is captured in the paintings. Emphasizes the connection of this development with social circumstances of the varying time periods. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPetrusc.wps