a painting, typically an altarpiece, consisting of more than three panels

definition of engraving

a print made from an engraved plate

perspective (definition)

depth and recession in a painting

MIchelangelo's "David" can be interpreted politically as

a symbol of Florentine defiance against powerful enemies

simple rural and rustic setting

What is the most complete definition of altarpiece artwork?

a painted or sculpted panel set on an altar

What was and is still a point of heavy contention from the Sistine Chapel ceiling?

The cleaning of the ceiling in 1980, colours over brigtened

The Palazzo Rucellai shows similarities to the Palazzo Medici in that

It has three tiers dividing the facade.

Renaissance painters used chiaroscuro to bring balance and fullness. What is chiaroscuro?

lighting and shading techniques

The Isenheim Altarpiece was likely meant to

remind that diseases don't exist in the 'next world'

Why does Jesus appear diseased in the Isenheim Altarpiece?

patients in the Isenheim hospital had a disease also

The narrow upright stone pier used to divide window/door

Italian for "smoky", technique used to blend edges

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1
What is a polyptych?
compartments or carvings on a piece of art
a work of art used in a religious setting
a painting, typically an altarpiece, consisting of more than three panels
a painting that is made up of 4 pieces
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definition of engraving
a print made from an engraved plate
digging someone's grave
carving a relief into wood or stone
printing
3
Where is the statue of David, by Michelangelo, located?
Milan, Italy
Florence, Italy
Rome, Italy
Venice, Italy
4
perspective (definition)
the intellectual depth of a painting
depth and recession in a painting
the art of drawing
a point of view
5
MIchelangelo's "David" can be interpreted politically as
a symbol of Florentine defiance against powerful enemies
Florentine rejection of Rome's religious hegemony
a symbol of Florentine conquest
a symbol of Florence's defeat
6
Define arcadian
simple rural and rustic setting
a complicated garden setting
simple religious setting
religious or historical settings; typically battles
7
Michelangelo's artwork on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel is done in what form?
oil painting
watercolour
sculpture
fresco
8
What is the most complete definition of altarpiece artwork?
Christian art surrounding an altar
paintings of famous Christians set in the nave
drawings of the highest Christians
a painted or sculpted panel set on an altar
9
Who originally painted the Mona Lisa?
Pablo Picasso
Vincent van Gogh
Bob Ross
Leonardo Da Vinci
10
The Palazzo Rucellai functions as
a school for the study of Humanism
a private residence
the Medici family summer home
a federal building
11
David: Michelangelo
1506 CE
1515 CE
1501-1504 CE
1510-1520 CE
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What was and is still a point of heavy contention from the Sistine Chapel ceiling?
Man's portrayal of God is sacrilege
The use of candlewax melting over it for almost 500 years
The cleaning of the ceiling in 1980, colours over brigtened
The nude figures were offensive
13
The Allegory of Law and Grace was...
An illuminated manuscript
An engraving
A woodcut
An etching
14
The Palazzo Rucellai shows similarities to the Palazzo Medici in that
none of the above.
It has three tiers dividing the facade.
The columns are the same type.
It uses the same styles and patterns on the facade.
15
Where was the Isenheim Altarpiece originally placed?
A donor's house
A church
A monastery
A hospital
16
Mona Lisa's real name is
Lisa Gerkin
Cecilia Gallerani
Lisa Gherardini
Lisa of Milan
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Renaissance painters used chiaroscuro to bring balance and fullness. What is chiaroscuro?
perspective techniques
smoky or hazy effect on subjects
lighting and shading techniques
oil paints
18
How many tiers make up the palazzo Rucellai?
2
4
3
1
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The Isenheim Altarpiece was likely meant to
show the artist's piety (devotion)
evoke empathy for Jesus's suffering
inspire people to convert to Christianity
remind that diseases don't exist in the 'next world'
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canvas definition
the special paper used for oil paintings
sculptures depicting religious scenes
a cloth used for oil paintings
panels on an altarpiece
21
What is painted on the Ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?
Biblical boy hero
Scenes from the Old Testament
A female with a unique expression on her face
The Last Supper
22
The Mona Lisa has eyebrows.
True
False
23
Why does Jesus appear diseased in the Isenheim Altarpiece?
it is an example of the artist's unique style
patients in the Isenheim hospital had a disease also
Jesus had ergotism
the scars represent his sacrifices
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Allegory of Law and Grace
Jan van Eyck
Lucas Cranach the Elder
Peter Paul Rubens
Pieter Brughel
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Who painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?
Leonardo DaVinci
Michael Jackson
Donatello
Michelangelo
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Allegory of Law and Grace refers to:
Educational Reform
Political Power
The Lutheran Reformation
The teachings of the Catholic Church
27
What is Pietra Serena?
a round decorative element
a greenish-gray stone
a calm feeling
perfect proportions
28
Sistine Chapel Location
Portugal
Greece
Italy
Spain
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Mullion
A frame or structer designed to support or enclose
Strictly accurate or correct
The narrow upright stone pier used to divide window/door
The stone arch that supports and strengthens the vault
30
Define sfumato.
Philosophy that celebrates human cultural achievements
Italian for "smoky", technique used to blend edges
A circular stained-glass window
Paint made from egg yolk and colour pigments
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Michelangelo's David
has always been loved
all of the above
is a statue
is a painting
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What scenes are depicted in the Isenheim altarpiece?
The resurrection of Jesus
St. Anthony
All of the above
Jesus on the cross
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Palazzo Rucellai.
1305 C.E.
1350 C.3.
1450 C.E.
1305 C.E.
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all are forms of the palazzo rucellai EXCEPT?
impression of strength
clear
built around a central court
different classical orders

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