HORSE SCULPTURE FOR THE MIDDLE EAST

HORSE SCULPTURE FOR THE MIDDLE EAST

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The transcript discusses the historical and cultural significance of horses in art, particularly focusing on Arabian horses. It highlights the modern commissioning of horse sculptures by a Middle Eastern oil shake, crafted by sculptor Philip Jackson. The sculptures, made of bronze-finished fiberglass, are set to be displayed at the shake's palace. The transcript emphasizes the artistic energy and grace captured in these larger-than-life sculptures, reflecting the shake's admiration for fine horses.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been a common way to acknowledge the significance of horses throughout history?

By organizing horse races

Through paintings and effigies

By writing poems

Through musical compositions

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the Arab horse breed originate?

Asia

Middle East

Africa

Europe

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What material did sculptor Philip Jackson use for the horse sculptures?

Clay

Marble

Wood

Bronze-finished fibreglass

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are the horse sculptures positioned for the shake's inspection?

Inside a gallery

In a circular formation

On a hilltop at a specific angle

In a straight line

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the size comparison of the stallions to real life?

Half the size of real life

One-third larger than life

Twice the size of real life

Equal to real life