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15th Century: Northern Europe and the Iberian Peninsula I — Unit test

Question 2 • FL-0100310-Introduction to Art History

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

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Atmospheric perspective is the effect of distant objects appearing lighter, hazier, and less detailed than objects nearby. In The Tribute Money, it is visible in the pale, indistinct mountains and trees in the background behind the figures.

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