ARTS 1301 – ART APPRECIATION – INSTRUCTOR JACOBI
QUIZ OVER CHAPTERS 17-19
Short Answer:
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words.
1.
What was the conceptual goal of Mannerism? What are three different visual characteristics of Mannerism?
The conceptual goal of Mannerism was to emphasize the virtuosity of the artist’s talent. Compositions of this style became
increasingly complex and dramatic, contrasting with the earlier emphasis on balance and harmony during the High
Renaissance. The newer and more complicated style of Mannerist artists showcased the imaginative talents of their genius.
They purposely used visual styles that went beyond what one would see in nature, such as exaggerated perspective,
distorted forms and proportions, vivid colors, and a dramatic use of light.
2.
What are the two typical design styles of early Christian churches? Why did these designs visually move away from the
style of earlier Roman temples?
The two typical design formats of early Christian churches were the basilica design and the central-plan design. These
forms purposely moved away from the visual design of early Roman temples in order to emphasize the fundamental
differences in religious philosophy. Early Christians were adamant about their distinct and “superior” form of religion – a
religion that acknowledged only one true god, as opposed to the ancient pagan religions. It was important to emphasize
this fundamental difference in architecture and visual promotion, in order to avoid confusion and blending of faiths.
3.
What role did the ka play in Egyptian culture?
The ka was an enormously influential concept in ancient Egyptian culture. The ka was the eternal life force of the pharaoh,
and was believed to live on eternally after the passing of the ruler’s physical body. Immense effort and expense were given
in order to construct permanent resting places for the pharaoh’s ka. This devotion led to enormous architecture
campaigns, such as the Great Pyramid. The notion of eternity also influenced the visual style of Egyptian sculpture and
paintings. Bodies were depicted in rigid and stable poses, in order to give the suggestion of permanence and strength. An
emphasis on (permanent) stone for sculptures ad architecture partially account for the enormous caches of ancient
Egyptian artifacts that we still have today.
EXTRA CREDIT
The correct answers are highlighted in yellow.
1. What was the main intention of Byzantine mosaic artists?
a) to create naturalistic images
c) to illustrate deep space
b) to create a symbolic, mystical art
d) to make aesthetically-pleasing images
2. Whose David was the first life-size nude sculpture since antiquity?
a) Michelangelo’s
b) Donatello’s
c) Raphael’s
d) Leonardo da Vinci’s
3. Found in Austria, the Venus of Willendorf is most likely a:
a) fertility figure.
c) hunting tool.
b) representation of a ruler.
d) doll.
4. The Baroque can be characterized as/by:
a) highly didactic Christian art. – also acceptable
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b) developing in the 15 century and promoting the ideas and aesthetics of classical antiquity.
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c) developing in 18 century France and promoting civic responsibility and sacrifice.
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d) 17 century theatrical compositions rendered in very high contrast to create dramatic art.