15th Century: Italy III

Question 1

Where are The Gates of Paradise located?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Florence Baptistry

Question 2

What is atmospheric perspective, and where can it be seen in The Tribute Money? (shown above)

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Atmospheric perspective creates depth by making distant objects appear paler, hazier, and less detailed. In The Tribute Money, it is visible in the mountains and landscape in the background behind the figures.

Question 3

Why do you think Donatello chose to make Mary Magdalene have a haggard, emaciated look?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Donatello likely chose the haggard, emaciated look to emphasize Mary Magdalene's life of penance and spiritual devotion after her encounter with Christ, showing her rejection of physical beauty in favor of inner faith and asceticism.

Question 4

How does Masaccio reinforce the one point perspective seen in the house in the image above?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

by diminishing the size of the trees in the background

Question 5

What type of artwork is on The Gates of Paradise doors?

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gilded bronze casting

Question 6

What is a coffer?

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sunken panels located on the ceiling

Question 7

Which of the following was a popular art form during the 15th century?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

all of the above

Question 8

Which of the following is true regarding the sculptures of David and Mary Magdalene by Donatello?

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all of the above

Question 9

What is the name of the painting shown below, and who is the artist who painted it?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Expulsion from Paradise, Masaccio

15th Century: Italy III Answers

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