Baroque Art I: Characteristics of Art and Architecture

Question 1

How do the compositions of Baroque art compare to those of other periods?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The figures seem to move diagonally, expand upward, or overlap their frame.

Question 2

Which of the following techniques was not introduced during the Baroque Period?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

sfumato

Question 3

In Baroque art, the artists intend for the viewer to examine the _________ aspects instead of the _____________ aspects of their work.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

emotional; intellectual

Question 4

Which artist painted the image above?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Juan Sánchez Cotán

Question 5

What traditional Baroque characteristics can you identify in the piece above?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

all of the above

Question 6

Who painted the classical Baroque portrait above?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Hyacinthe Rigaud

Question 7

Which of the following best describes some of the most important characteristics of Baroque art?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

dramatic, exuberant, ornate

Question 8

When did French Baroque architecture reach its peak?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

during the rule of Louis XVI

Question 9

Who was the architect of the church seen above?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Borromini

Question 10

How does the church seen above represent an example of Baroque architecture?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the sculpted quality in the overall facade

Baroque Art I: Characteristics of Art and Architecture Answers