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What was one of the primary reasons for the encouragement of Baroque architecture?
What was one of the primary reasons for the encouragement of Baroque architecture?
- To attract new followers to the Catholic Church (correct)
- To promote the spread of Renaissance humanism
- To reflect the simplicity of the Catholic Church
- To showcase the wealth of European monarchs
What architectural element was characteristic of Baroque architecture?
What architectural element was characteristic of Baroque architecture?
- Rectangular shapes and flat roofs
- Geometric shapes and straight lines
- Oval shapes and wavy lines (correct)
- Minimal decoration and simple forms
How did Baroque architecture differ from Renaissance architecture?
How did Baroque architecture differ from Renaissance architecture?
- Baroque architecture was more minimalist
- Baroque architecture used more rectangular shapes
- Baroque architecture was more ornate and theatrical (correct)
- Baroque architecture rejected the use of columns
What was a key feature of Baroque church architecture?
What was a key feature of Baroque church architecture?
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What was the effect of Baroque architecture on the average person's home?
What was the effect of Baroque architecture on the average person's home?
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What architectural technique was used in Baroque architecture to create a sense of drama and contrast?
What architectural technique was used in Baroque architecture to create a sense of drama and contrast?
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Study Notes
Baroque Architecture
- Developed in the late 16th to early 18th century in Europe, spreading to South America
- Characterized by theatrical and immensely decorated style of construction
Key Features
- Use of drama and contrast, particularly with lighting and twisting elements
- Bright colors and vividly painted ceilings
- Oval shapes on walls and roofs, creating a wavy appearance with a sense of motion
- Massing of elements, such as grouping columns and decoration
- Repeated architectural elements across a surface, like a wall
- Distortion of figures, making them elongated, broken, or manipulated to stand out
Purpose and Context
- Encouraged by the Catholic Church to attract new followers in response to the rising Protestant movement
- Designed to convey a sense of symbolism, sensory mystery, and awe
Famous Examples
- Saint Paul's Cathedral
- Saint Peter's Square
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Learn about the characteristics of Baroque Architecture, a style developed in 16th-18th century Europe and South America, featuring dramatic and ornate designs.
