4 - Motifs and Symbolism in Traditional Textiles
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Practice Questions
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What is a motif?
💡 Hint: Think about patterns you see in fabrics.
What does a peacock symbolize?
💡 Hint: It’s a colorful bird that can be seen in Indian culture.
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What does the peacock motif symbolize?
💡 Hint: Think about its colorful feathers.
True or False: The lotus symbolizes wealth.
💡 Hint: It grows in water, representing purity.
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Explain the significance of motifs in understanding cultural narratives within textiles. Provide two contrasting examples and discuss their meanings.
💡 Hint: Look for cultural stories associated with each motif.
Evaluate the role of religious motifs, like temple borders, in sustainable cultural traditions of textiles. How do these motifs influence the perception of textiles today?
💡 Hint: Think about how consumers today are valuing traditional art forms.
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