Vous êtes sur la page 1sur 6

GROUP 2 (12 – Pascal) Date Submitted: 11/22/2018

Presentors:
Baltazar, Alvin
Delgado, Jeremiah
Diaz, John Nenuel
Members:
Aquino, Kristine
Bacuyag, Marc Andrew
De Leon, Ed Noel
Gipal, Tonee
Soriso, Patricia Mae

Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions


Written Report

Topic: Arts from Pre-Colonial and Islamic Period

I. Discussion

PRE-CONQUEST PERIOD
• “The Period Before Colonialization”
• Covers by the pre-history and early history (900-1521) of the Philippine
archipelago’s inhabitants, the indigenous forebear’s of today’s Filipino people.
• A point in generation where wars and modern civilizations are not present
• Form of living depends on nature; mainly animals (Neolithic), rivers and farming
(Paleolithic) and crafts (Metallic) that later on becomes a society
• Form of arts present includes; music, architecture, sculptures and paintings

A. MUSIC
The ancient Filipinos had music practically for all occasions, for every phase of
life, from birth to death.
Bamboo Zither of Bukidnon
 Ethnic dances and songs are usually
accompanied by chordophones such as
TANGKOL or the bamboo zither.
Gangsa of Cordillera
 Flat gongs called gangsa, usually made of
copper-and-iron alloy are percussion instrument
valued by the cordillera groups such as
Gaddang.

Kulintang of Maranao
 modern term for an ancient instrumental form of
music composed on a row of small, horizontally
laid gongs that function melodically,
accompanied by larger, suspended gongs and
drums.

B. ARCHITECTURE

The ancient Filipinos had first dwelt in caves and has learned the art of
architecture as they moved and hunt for food.

Lean-To of the Aeta People


• EARLY SHELTERS: the portable lean-to
which was both ensembles of roof and wall,
suited the lifestyle of the nomadic Negrito.

Tausug House
• A modern-like house built on a flat dry land
or a site that slopes towards or upwards the
bodies of water.

Torogan of Maranao
 A house that is only for sultan or datu; has a
soaring, salakot-shaped roof, omate beams
and massive posts

Ifugao House “Bale”


 are houses that are mounted to the land and
commonly serves its lower part as grave for
dead people or family.
C. SCULPTURE
The ancient Filipinos had attained a high artistic level through pottery, jewelry
and wood carving.
Manunggul Jar
 POTTERY: the tradition of pottery dates
back to pre-historic times as proven by
Manunggul jar which is at least 3,500 years
old, and which depicts on its lid two boatmen
riding a banca on their way to the great
divide.
Wood Carvings
 Native Filipinos carved boats, plows, arrows,
spears and other essential items, often
creating ornamental patterns for the use of
the tribal hierarchy and to celebrate special
occasions.
Gold Ornament
 JEWELRY: possibly used as an earring or
garment clasp carved with faces or designs.
Example of it is the discovered Indonesian
terra cotta figurines in Trawalun.

D. PAINTINGS
The ancient Filipinos expressed paintings through tattoos and cave carvings.
Pintados
 ‘the painted ones’ are the inhabitants of the
Visayan islands as described by the first
Spaniards to set eyes upon them, would use
sharp metal instruments previously heated
over fire.
Silup of Kalinga
 The tattooing imitated the upper garment
worn by the men of the north Kalinga.
 The women of south Kalinga painted their
faces a bright red.
Petroglyphs
 The Angono Petroglyphs is the oldest known
work of art in the Philippines.
 There are 127 human and animal figures
engraved on the rock wall dating back to
3000 B.C.

ISLAMIC COLONIAL PERIOD


 Islam as a religion has long been established since the early A.D. 600s. Along
with its emergence around the world, it also paved way for the development of its
own unique style of art. Islamic art placed emphasis on creating an art form that
is built on the beauty and respect for the teachings of Islam.
 Islamic art is characterized by designs of flowers, plant forms and geometric
designs. It is used in calligraphy, architecture painting, clothing and other form of
fine arts.

Art of Filipino Muslims


 Islamic art in the Philippines is found predominantly in Muslim ethnic groups
where every group offers their own distinct flavor of Islamic art. This distinct art is
commonly seen in homes, clothing and places of worships of Filipino Muslim.

Distinctive of Islamic Art


A. Islamic Art: Historical Context
 Islamic art emerged in A.D. started in Saudi Arabia and flourished through
West Asia, North Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and some parts of
Europe. It evolved from Roman, Early Christian, Byzantine, Coptic,
Sassasian/Persian, Central Asian, Chinese and Indian influences.
B. Islamic Art: Historical Context
 Religious and civic architecture were developed under the Ummayed Dynasty
(66 L – 750 A.D.). The Dome of the Rock was constructed in Jerusalem
during this period. Abd al – Malik introduced a standard coinage that featured
Arabic inscriptions, instead of images of monarchs.
C. Islamic Art: Aesthetic Consideration
 The beauty and uniqueness of Islamic Art outshines in calligraphic designs
used in paintings, pottery, textile/carpets, sculpture and architecture. Such
calligraphy are mainly derived from Quaranic verses. Other inscriptions
includes verse of poetry, records of ownership and donation.
 In painting, Chinese influence include the adaption of bird’s eye view of hilly
landscapes or palace buildings. Calligraphy in Islamic pottery were also
influenced by the Chinese. When it comes to architecture, the trademark of
an Islamic structure includes horseshoe-shape archs and onion-shaped
domes.
D. Islamic Art: Spiritual Motif
 Arabesque is a form of Islamic art that uses geometrical, floral or vegetal
designs in a repetition. It symbolizes the transcendent, invisible & infinite
nature of God. Mistakes in repetitions maybe intentional to prove that only
God can show perfection.
E. Islamic Art: Visual Arts (Paintings, Sculpture and Tapestry)
 Jami Al-Tawarikh: an artist who created a painting of Muhammad lifting the
black stone to the Kaaba.
F. Islamic Art: Architecture
 KAABA: located in Al-Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, it is a cubed shaped building
to which Muslims face during prayers and worships.
 Al-Masjid al-haram: the most sacred mosque in Islam built around the Kaaba.
 MINARET: slender tower where the muezzin performs the Islamic call to
prayer (adhan/azan).
 Qibla Wall: set perpendicular to the location of Kaaba in Mecca so Muslims
face it during worship & prayer.
 Dome of the Rock: Mosque in Jerusalem where Muhammad is believed to
have ascended to heaven.
 Hagia Sophia: Cathedral converted into the mosque in Turkey.
 Taj Mahal: Great islamic tomb in India.
G. Islamic Art: Literature
 Quran/Koran: Holiest book of Islam, believed to be the word of God revealed
by Archangel Gabriel to Muhammad for a period of 23 years (609-632 A.D).
 HADITH: Book that contains the life and saying of prophet Muhammad.
 SHAHADAH: The first pillar of Islam wherein a believer declares “La Illaha ill
Allah, Muhamadar Rasul Allah” (There is no God but God, Muhammad is the
prophet of God.
 Arabian Nights: Compilation of folks tales by Persian Queen Scheherazade.
 SHANAMEH: National epic of Iran written y Ferdawsi.
H. Islamic Art: Theater/Drama
 Moro-Moro: Depicts battle between Muslims and Christians.
 TAZIEH: Portrays martyrdom of Imam Hussein.
I. Islamic Art: Music
 HAMD: Song in praise of Allah.
 Naat: Song in praised of Muhammad.
 Nasheed: Traditionally religious song sung upon the prophets arrival to their
city.
J. Islamic Art: Dance
 Singkil: Recounts the epic legend of the “Darangan” of the Maranao people of
Mindanao.
 Vinta: This dance is named for the picturesque boat with colorful sails which
glides across the Sulu Sea.
 Katsudorotan: Depicts a royal manner of “walking” among the Maranao
people who live mainly around lake Lanao.
 Sema: A dance imitating the planets in the solar system.
 Dhikr/Zikr: A worship dance of the Sufi Muslims..

II. Evaluation

The reporter will give a 10-item quiz.

1. It is the period before colonialization


2. They are termed as 'The Painted Ones'
3. It is the oldest known work of art in the Philippines
4. The first shelters inhabited by the nomad people
5. It is the belief of people in the pre-colonial period
6. Cubed-shape architectural masterpiece of Muslims
7. The famous architecture which is said to be the great Islamic Tomb
8. The sacred book of Islam
9. What is depicted by the play Moro-Moro
10. Reflects the ethnic background and Islamic identity of the people.

Vous aimerez peut-être aussi