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15th Century: Northern Europe And The Iberian Peninsula

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What does the dog represent in the following image? (Hint: The name "Fido" may come from this representation.) "Giovanni Arnolfini and his Bride"
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fidelity
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What theme did all of the symbols in Flemish art possess?
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They all had religious meaning.
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What were the most commonly used symbols in Flemish art?
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everyday objects
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What does an altar symbolize in a Christian church?
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both A and B; table of the Last Supper of Christ and tombs of Christ and the saints
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How does atmospheric perspective create realism?
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Objects that are further from the viewer are less clear and detailed, while objects closer to the viewer are sharper and more detailed.
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How did Hugo van der Goes create realism in the image above? "Portinari Altarpiece"
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He used atmospheric perspective.
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What did people place on the altars?
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relics of the church's patron saint
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What is a polyptych?
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A polyptych is an altarpiece consisting of many panels.
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What is the antependium?
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It is the front surface of a block altar.
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Which of the following is true about Flemish painting?
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the art was both symbolic and realistic
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What is atmospheric perspective?
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The effect produced by diffusion of light in the atmosphere whereby more distant objects have less clarity of outline and are lighter in tone.
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Which of the following is depicted in the image below? "The Merode Altarpiece"
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The angel Gabriel tells Mary she will be the mother of Jesus.
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What is a guild?
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an association of people of a certain trade or occupation
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What did the color blue symbolize in Flemish painting?
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Christ's royal heritage
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Which of the following statements is true about the paintings of Flanders?
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Artists used commonly understood symbols in their paintings.
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Which of the following was a famous Flemish painter?
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Jan van Eyck
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A three-paneled painting is called a __________.
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triptych
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What technique was used to create a more realistic interpretation in Flemish art?
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atmospheric perspective
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How was Rogier van der Weyden's Last Judgment displayed?
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painted on inside to display when open, painted on outside to display when closed
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In the above image, what does the white towel in the back of the middle panel represent? "The Merode Altarpiece"
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purity
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In Robert Campin's Triptych of the Annunciation, what everyday object was turned into a religious symbol?
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a white towel
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What is a triptych?
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a piece of art with three panels
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What is the difference between a woodcut and intaglio?
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Woodcuts are made from wood, and intaglio involves engraving with metal.
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What artist created this engraving?
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Martin Schongauer - Christ Carrying the Cross
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Which of the following best describes the steps in the intaglio process?
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Lines are carved into a surface, ink is applied to the carvings, and then the surface is put through a press with paper.
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What effect did printmaking have on illustrators?
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Their work could be seen by many, helping them gain notoriety.
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What is the first step to masking a woodcut?
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A drawing is made on wood.
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What is intaglio?
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a printmaking technique where the image is incised into the surface
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Who was Johann Gutenberg?
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the inventor of the moveable printing press
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What is William Caxton known for?
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He opened the first publishing house in England.
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What was Brunelleschi's relationship with the Medici family?
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He was commissioned frequently by the Medici family for many projects.
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What scene is depicted in this piece by Martin Schongauer?
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the temptation of Saint Anthony
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Which of the following is true of woodcuts?
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delicate lines strengthen inner forms
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Who is depicted in this woodcut?
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St. Christopher, patron saint of travelers
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Which of the following was printed by William Caxton's publishing house?
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Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales