16th Century Northern Europe II: Spain, Portugal, And The Netherlands

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Which of the following best describes the art of Spain during the Renaissance?
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flashy, luxurious textiles, detailed
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Which of the following best describes the style El Greco adopted for the painting below, titled 'The Burial of the Count Orgaz'?
Which of the following best describes the style El Greco adopted for the painting below, titled 'The Burial of the Count Orgaz'?
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balanced between the lower earthly portion, and the suggested movement in the upper celestial portion
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El Greco adopted his elongated and encompassing style from the ___________.
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Mannerists
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What is the underlying meaning behind the image below?
What is the underlying meaning behind the image below?
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Damnation is the result of a life of sinfulness.
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Which of the following best describes what was happening in Antwerp during the 16th century?
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All of the above (Many artists were relocating here, artists became specialists in different subject matter, and the demand for luxury goods supported the birth of the art market.)
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The image below is an example of a __________________.
The image below is an example of a __________________.
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chasuble
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What happened to Spain after the "Invincible Armada"?
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Spain's prestige was damaged and naval supremacy was lost.
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What type of art medium helped artists in the Netherlands earn more income in Antwerp?
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graphic arts
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Why were Bruegel's work and subjects favored by local scholars, merchants, and bankers?
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They appreciated his political, social, and religious themes.
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Who painted the image below?
Who painted the image below?
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Bruegel
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The fantastic imagination of Bosch is sometimes associated with ___________ art.
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medieval
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What are textiles, and where were they used in Spain?
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Textiles are cloths that are woven. They were frequently used in tapestries, robes, and clothes.
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How did Antwerp help the economy?
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Antwerp served as the commercial and artistic center of the Netherlands. Art became a precious commodity because there was a demand for luxury goods.
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What were some of the most common themes present in the artwork from Spain and the Netherlands of the 16th century?
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Religion, secular subjects, portraits, landscapes, common everyday subjects, and fantastic imagination.
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What is a Humanist?
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Someone who affirms the dignity of all people
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Which of the following statements best represents a Humanistic approach?
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"If we teach them the right way, they will follow it."