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Baroque Art III: The Dutch Republic — Cumulative exam Answers

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Why is Brunelleschi considered such a significant contributor to Renaissance architecture?

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He rediscovered the mathematical principles of linear perspective and engineered the dome of the Florence Cathedral

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Which of the following describes a scribe?

A
someone who writes the manuscripts
B
someone who copies the work of the author by hand
C
someone that corrects the errors on the manuscript
D
none of the above
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What does the dog represent in the following image? (Hint: The name “Fido” may come from this representation.)

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The dog represents fidelity and loyalty, especially faithfulness within the marriage.

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Why do you think the gesture and gaze features of the Ottonian manuscripts are so important?

A
They demonstrate the emotion.
B
They differentiate the Ottonian manuscripts from the Carolingian manuscripts.
C
both of these
D
neither of these
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Who is depicted in the image below?

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Martin Luther
B
Pope Julius II
C
Raphael
D
Michelangelo
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What is a Humanist?

A
someone who affirms the dignity of all people
B
an artist concerned with facial expressions
C
a liberal activist
D
all of the above
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What is the antependium?

A
It is the front surface of a block altar.
B
It is the back surface of a block.
C
It is the top of an altar.
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What is the main focus of Mannerism?

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Mannerism focused on creating artificial, intellectual effects through elongated figures, exaggerated poses, and elegant compositions rather than naturalism.

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What is the niello technique?

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Niello is a decorative metalworking technique in which engraved lines or patterns are filled with a dark, usually black, alloy and polished to create a contrasting design.

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How did Hugo van der Goes create realism in the image above?

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He used atmospheric perspective.
B
He used one point perspective.
C
He used two point perspective.
D
He used realistic colors.
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What is the name of this page from the Book of Kells?

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Chi Rhi Iota
B
Cho Rho Iota
C
Chi Rho Iota
D
none of these
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What does secular mean?

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Secular means nonreligious or related to worldly life rather than to religion or the church.

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Who was Hans Holbein the Younger?

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German painter and printmaker; became court portraitist to Henry VIII of England, known for realistic and detailed portraits.

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Why was the Book of Ebbo so unique in its style compared to Ottonian manuscripts?

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The Ebbo Gospels used expressive, dynamic brushstrokes and energetic figures from the Reims school, creating an emotional, illusionistic style unlike the calmer, more static Ottonian manuscripts.

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What is the arcade in Ottonian architecture?

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An arcade is a row or series of arches supported by columns or piers.

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Which of the following best describes the Romanesque painting style?

A
simpler but less spiritual than previous styles
B
more detailed and more spiritual than previous styles
C
simpler and more spiritual than previous styles
D
none of these

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