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What was the intended effect of Baroque art?

Enhanced vitality and enduring impact
Slow and enduring effect
Grace and lightness
Excitement, ecstasy, and intoxication (correct)

What happened to the grace and lightness of Renaissance in Baroque architecture?

It disappeared; all forms became broader and heavier (correct)
It remained unchanged
It was enhanced; all forms became lighter and more graceful
It became more dynamic and enduring

How did Baroque architecture differ from Renaissance architecture?

Renaissance had heavy forms while Baroque had elegant proportions
Baroque had broad, heavy forms while Renaissance had elegant proportions (correct)
Renaissance had dynamic forms while Baroque had enduring impact
Baroque had enduring impact while Renaissance had momentary impact

What characterized the dynamic style of Baroque architecture?

Forms seem to take on life of their own, moving, swaying, and undulating (A) Signup and view all the answers

What architectural style developed after St. Peter's Basilica was completed?

Architects developed a dynamic style breaking the recovered rules (C) Signup and view all the answers

What impact did Baroque architecture aim to have on viewers?

Baroque architecture aimed to carry viewers away with the force of its impact, giving excitement, ecstasy, and intoxication. Signup and view all the answers

How did the forms in Baroque architecture differ from those in Renaissance architecture?

In Baroque architecture, forms became broader and heavier, while the grace and lightness of the Renaissance were gone. Signup and view all the answers

What characterized the architectural style that developed after St. Peter's Basilica was completed?

After St. Peter's Basilica was completed, architects developed a style in which they knew all the rules but chose to break them, resulting in a dynamic style of architecture. Signup and view all the answers

What was the intended duration of impact for Baroque architecture compared to Renaissance architecture?

The impact of Baroque architecture was intended to be momentary, while that of the Renaissance was slower but more enduring. Signup and view all the answers

How did the Baroque architecture differ in terms of forms and proportions from the Renaissance architecture?

Baroque architecture required broad, heavy, and massive forms, while elegant proportions disappeared and buildings tended to become heavier. Signup and view all the answers

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Baroque Art and Architecture

The intended effect of Baroque art was to evoke emotions and create a sense of drama and tension.

Comparison with Renaissance Architecture

The grace and lightness of Renaissance architecture gave way to a more dramatic and emotive style in Baroque architecture.
Baroque architecture differed from Renaissance architecture in its use of intense light and shadow, dramatic curves, and highly ornate decoration.
Baroque architecture was characterized by a dynamic style that featured sweeping curves, grandiose proportions, and a sense of movement.

Characteristics of Baroque Architecture

The Baroque style developed after the completion of St. Peter's Basilica.
Baroque architecture aimed to induce a sense of awe and even fear in its viewers.
Forms in Baroque architecture were more dramatic and emotive, with intense light and shadow, unlike the calm and serene forms of Renaissance architecture.
Baroque architecture was designed to have a longer-lasting impact on viewers compared to Renaissance architecture, creating a more intense and emotional experience.

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