4. **In what ways do the art and architecture of ancient Southeast Asian civilizations, such as the Khmer Empire and Majapahit, demonstrate the region's historical connections with India and China?
2. **What are the key characteristics that define Oceanic art, and how do these artworks communicate the beliefs and social structures of the cultures from which they originate?
**How do traditional Southeast Asian art forms, such as shadow puppetry and textile weaving, reflect the cultural and religious influences of the region?
5. **What impact did colonialism and post-colonialism have on the development and preservation of traditional art practices in Southeast Asia, and how are contemporary artists addressing these his...
4. **How do rituals and spirituality influence the artistic practices and iconography of indigenous Pacific Islander cultures, and what role does art play in community and social identity?
3. **In what ways has the indigenous art of North and South America contributed to contemporary art movements, and how are artists from these communities addressing their cultural heritage today?
