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Which artist created the installation 'The Gates' in 1979?
Which artist created the installation 'The Gates' in 1979?
- Dale Chihuly
- Anila Quayyum Agha
- Christo and Jeanne-Claude (correct)
- Jaume Plensa
In what year was the Eiffel Tower in Paris constructed?
In what year was the Eiffel Tower in Paris constructed?
- 1653
- 1889 (correct)
- 1792
- 1959
What is the material used for the sculpture 'Perseus with the Head of Medusa' by Benvenuto Cellini?
What is the material used for the sculpture 'Perseus with the Head of Medusa' by Benvenuto Cellini?
- Laser cut wood
- Gold
- Bronze (correct)
- Stainless Steel
Which ancient civilization created the 'Colossal Head' dating back to 1500-300 B.C.E?
Which ancient civilization created the 'Colossal Head' dating back to 1500-300 B.C.E?
'The Burghers of Calais' is a bronze sculpture created by whom in 1884?
'The Burghers of Calais' is a bronze sculpture created by whom in 1884?
'Macchia Forest detail' created in 2005 is an artwork made of which material?
'Macchia Forest detail' created in 2005 is an artwork made of which material?
'Sythetic polymer paint On 32 canvas' is associated with which famous artist's work?
'Sythetic polymer paint On 32 canvas' is associated with which famous artist's work?
'Life of Saint Nicholas' at Chartres Cathedral dates back to which century?
'Life of Saint Nicholas' at Chartres Cathedral dates back to which century?
Study Notes
Famous Artworks and Artists
- Christo and Jeanne-Claude created the installation 'The Gates' in Central Park, New York City, but not in 1979 (it was actually installed in 2005).
- The Eiffel Tower in Paris was constructed in 1889 for the World's Fair.
Sculptures and Materials
- The sculpture 'Perseus with the Head of Medusa' by Benvenuto Cellini is made of bronze.
- The 'Colossal Head' dating back to 1500-300 B.C.E is an artifact of the ancient Olmec civilization.
- 'The Burghers of Calais' is a bronze sculpture created by Auguste Rodin in 1884.
- 'Macchia Forest detail' created in 2005 is an artwork made of wood.
Artists and Their Works
- 'Sythetic polymer paint On 32 canvas' is associated with the work of Damien Hirst.
- 'Life of Saint Nicholas' at Chartres Cathedral dates back to the 12th century.
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Test your knowledge on a variety of artworks ranging from Andy Warhol's Campbell's Soup Can to the Olmec Colossal Head. Identify famous pieces like Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's La Goulue, Barbara Kruger's Untitled photograph, and more.
