Grade 9 Arts Week 6: Medieval Art

Questions and Answers

Use of abstract forms and bright colors

Focus on human emotions and landscapes

Depiction of Christian subjects (correct)

Incorporation of realistic bodily proportions

Pointed arches

Flying buttresses

Domes (correct)

Gothic spires

Strict frontal poses with elongated features (correct)

Dynamic poses with movement

Use of chiaroscuro to enhance depth

Integration of detailed backgrounds

Solid masonry walls and rounded arches Signup and view all the answers

Reliquaries and devotional images Signup and view all the answers

Heavy masonry walls Signup and view all the answers

West tympanum of a cathedral Signup and view all the answers

12th century Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Focuses on Christian subjects, especially during the 11th century.
Styles merged Greek and Oriental influences, resulting in grand imagery in churches.
"The Empress Theodora" mosaic from the 6th century AD, located in San Vitale, Ravenna, depicts a significant figure in Byzantine culture.
Theodora described as an Asian queen with fierce expression; characterized by dark features.
Byzantine advancements in dome construction introduced a new architectural style globally.
Mastery of mosaic decoration was a hallmark of Byzantine churches.

Flourished in Europe around 1000 AD, serving as a bridge between Roman and Gothic art.
Romanesque paintings often consist of mosaics on church walls, characterized by a strict frontal pose.
Human figures depicted with elongated faces, large eyes, and prominent noses against flat colored backgrounds.
Key sculptural works include reliquaries, altar frontals, crucifixes, and devotional images, often made from luxurious materials.
"The Last Judgment" by Gislebertus is a notable example found in the west tympanum of Cathédrale Saint-Lazare d’Autun.

Marked by solid masonry walls, rounded arches, and vaulted ceilings.
Significant building boom in Europe led to the construction of castles, churches, and monasteries.
Grand sculptured portals define Romanesque church doorways, framed by elaborate stone sculptures.

Emerged in Northern France in the 12th century, evolving from Romanesque art.
Characterized by taller structures, intricate details, and more light-filled interiors.
Notable features include pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses that allowed buildings to soar higher and exhibit larger windows.