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1. What about this figure suggests that classical sculpture inspired Nicola Pisano?
1. (a) the use of heroic nudity
2. (b) the lions surrounding the figure
3. (c) the use of marble
4. (d) all of the above
Davies, et. al., Janson’s History of Art: The Western Tradition, Eighth Edition , ©2011, Education
1. Answer: 1.(a.) See pages 442-444. Nicola Pisano’s pulpit reveals both Byzantine and Classical influences on the artist. The figure’s contrapposto posture and the use of heroic nudity seem inspired by ancient models. The presence of lions recalls Classical images of Hercules, as well as Christian scenes of David in the lions’ den; but, within the pulpit’s sculptural program, the figure symbolizes the Christian virtue of Fortitude.
Davies, et. al., Janson’s History of Art: The Western Tradition, Eighth Edition , ©2011, Education
2. What term is used to describe the starting point for the rapid changes in Italian painting that took place from 1200-1550?
1. (a) Italio-gothic
2. (b) Tuscan
3. (c) Greek Manner
4. (d) Old Style
Davies, et. al., Janson’s History of Art: The Western Tradition, Eighth Edition , ©2011, Education
2. Answer: 3.(c.) See pages 449-450. During the early 13th century, there was an infusion of Byzantine art forms and artists into Italy. According to 16th century artist Giorgio Vasari, these artists were summoned to revive the art of painting in the region. Over time, Italian artists synthesized this Byzantine influence with the Gothic style of Northern Europe to produce the innovative paintings of the early Renaissance.
Davies, et. al., Janson’s History of Art: The Western Tradition, Eighth Edition , ©2011, Education
3. Which artist created this painting of Christ Entering Jerusalem?
1. (a) Cimabue
2. (b) Giotto
3. (c) Duccio
4. (d) Simone Martini
Davies, et. al., Janson’s History of Art: The Western Tradition, Eighth Edition , ©2011, Education
3. Answer: 3.(c.) See pages 450-458. Duccio’s tempera painting is included on the back of his Maestà Altar. In contrast to Giotto’s version of the scene, which was done just a few years earlier, Duccio placed Christ further to the side of the composition and relied on the diagonal lines of the city walls and the gates framing the crowds to suggest movement of the figures. Whereas Duccio provided a more complete description of the event, Giotto’s work underscores its doctrinal and psychological significance.
Davies, et. al., Janson’s History of Art: The Western Tradition, Eighth Edition , ©2011, Education
4. What was the function of the Palazzo della Signoria in Florence?
1. (a) a school
2. (b) a palace
3. (c) a commercial center and market
4. (d) a governmental complex
Davies, et. al., Janson’s History of Art: The Western Tradition, Eighth Edition , ©2011, Education
4. Answer: 4.(d). See page 448. In the late 13th century, a pro-papal political group (the Guelphs) consolidated its power in Florence. Made up of wealthy merchants, the group sought to control the dynastic ambitions of aristocratic families loyal to the emperor. The Palazzo della Signoria (Palazzo Vecchio) was built to house their governing council and serve as a symbol of the city’s political independence.
Davies, et. al., Janson’s History of Art: The Western Tradition, Eighth Edition , ©2011, Education
5. Ambrogio Lorenzetti’s painting Good Government in the Country is notable as the first true ____________ since ancient Roman times?
a. landscape painting
b. fresco
c. secular subject matter
d. all of the above
Davies, et. al., Janson’s History of Art: The Western Tradition, Eighth Edition , ©2011, Education
5. Answer: 1.(a.) See pages 458-461. The image represents a sweeping view of the orderly hillside; its vineyards, farms and pastures all evidence of the productive impact when humans are of well-governed.
