Leonardo da Vinci Artwork Study Notes
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What is a notable aspect of Leonardo da Vinci's Drapery for a Seated Figure that distinguishes it from other works of the period?

  • The intricate details of the drapery, reflecting da Vinci's scientific approach to art. (correct)
  • The use of a unique color palette, showcasing da Vinci's mastery of color theory.
  • The use of oil paint, a revolutionary medium at the time.
  • The representation of a mythological scene, breaking away from traditional religious subjects.

    • Which of the following is NOT one of the five laudable conditions of the Virgin as described by Fra Roberto in relation to the Annunciation?

  • Cogitatio: reflection
  • Conturbatio: initial surprise
  • Subjugatio: submission to divine will (correct)
  • Interrogatio: interrogation or inquiry

    • In Leonardo's Annunciation, what is the symbolic significance of the lily held by the angel?

  • A symbol of peace and forgiveness.
  • A symbol of purity and the city of Florence. (correct)
  • A symbol of faith and devotion.
  • A symbol of hope and renewal.

    • Which of the following is a characteristic of Leonardo da Vinci's style evident in the Annunciation?

    <p>The use of sfumato, a technique that creates a soft, hazy effect. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is Leonardo da Vinci's influence apparent in the Baptism of Christ painting?

    <p>The angel on the left, which is widely attributed to da Vinci's hand. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the drapery study by Leonardo da Vinci known as Drapery for a Seated Figure?

    <p>It served as a scientific exploration of light and form, influencing da Vinci's later masterpieces. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the Baptism of Christ considered a significant work in Leonardo da Vinci's early career?

    <p>It was his first identifiable figure, showcasing his unique talent for realism. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of the Annunciation is attributed to Verrocchio, demonstrating his influence on Leonardo's early work?

    <p>The portrayal of the Virgin Mary and the angel's heads. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the commission of da Vinci's 'The Virgin of the Rocks' by The Brotherhood of the Immaculate Conception?

    <p>To celebrate the immaculate conception of the Virgin Mary (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the second version of 'The Virgin of the Rocks,' who is depicted to be positioned in front of the archangel Uriel?

    <p>Jesus Christ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the depiction of Judas in 'The Last Supper' by da Vinci?

    <p>He is darker than the other figures and appears in shadow (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the painting technique used in the original 'Last Supper'?

    <p>Fresco on plaster with oil and tempera (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the ermine symbolize in da Vinci's portrait of Cecilia Gallerani?

    <p>Vitality and refinement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the likely outcome of the commissioning process for da Vinci's first version of 'The Virgin of the Rocks'?

    <p>It was rejected due to being overly complex (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a notable feature of the cartoon for 'Madonna and Child and St. Anne' that gained attention?

    <p>It was done in charcoal and later oil painted (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of early Christian art, what was the significance of the conflict between the Franciscans and Dominicans regarding the Virgin Mary's purity?

    <p>It represented differing views on original sin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of da Vinci's art is emphasized in his portrayal of the apostles in 'The Last Supper'?

    <p>Expressions of a range of human emotions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the second version of 'The Virgin of the Rocks' from the first?

    <p>It included halos to signify holiness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What notable feature distinguishes da Vinci's portrait of Ginevra de' Benci?

    <p>She looks past the viewer, indicative of social norms. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which flower is notable in the Madonna of the Carnation and what does it symbolize?

    <p>Red carnation, symbolizing love. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the emblem on the back of Ginevra de' Benci's portrait represent?

    <p>Chastity and virtue. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does da Vinci's study of hands relate to contemporary sculpture?

    <p>It mirrored the attention to hands seen in Verrocchio's work. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What unique aspect does Benois Madonna possess compared to earlier works?

    <p>Joyful and direct representation of Madonna. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artistic element seen in Adoration of the Magi indicates a study of emotions?

    <p>Psychological studies of facial expressions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was significant about the execution of Bernardo Baroncelli?

    <p>It involved a public spectacle of art. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Madonna of the Carnation, what does the crystal brooch symbolize?

    <p>Mary's purity and virginity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What composition technique was used in da Vinci's Adoration of the Magi?

    <p>Contrast among figures in relation to the background. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is notable about the unfinished state of St. Jerome?

    <p>The head was literally cut out at one point. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key theme is expressed in the botanical emblem featured in Ginevra de' Benci?

    <p>Beauty and virtue. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What influence did Flemish works have on da Vinci's Madonna of the Carnation?

    <p>Deeply shaded interiors and realism. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Ginevra de' Benci play in Renaissance culture as depicted in her portrait?

    <p>A celebrated muse and poet. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant factor contributed to the destruction of the original drawing in the creation of the Battle of Anghiari?

    <p>It was painted using a volatile medium that melted off (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which detail distinguishes La Gioconda from other portraits of its time?

    <p>The ¾ portrait style instead of a full-frontal view (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is suggested about the emotional interpretations of the Mona Lisa's expression?

    <p>She displays a conventional smile for elite women of the time (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Madonna and Child with St. Anne, what does the composition suggest regarding the relationship between Mary and her child?

    <p>Mary seems distant and disengaged from the child (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Vetruvian Man for Leonardo da Vinci's artistic philosophy?

    <p>It emphasized the human body as a representation of divine proportions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the fate of da Vinci's works, such as the Battle of Anghiari and Madonna and Child?

    <p>Only unfinished drawings and copies remain today (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of the Mona Lisa's background contributes to its composition?

    <p>An ambiguous landscape that echoes her features (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the initial misconception about the subject of the Saint John the Baptist painting?

    <p>The identity of the figure was debated due to overpainting (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicated about Leonardo da Vinci's later life in France concerning his artwork?

    <p>He took many of his unfinished works with him (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Leonardo da Vinci: Artwork Study Notes - Flashcards

    • Baptism of Christ (c. 1470)*
    • Date: c. 1470
    • Location: Uffizi Gallery, Florence
    • Patron: Likely Verrocchio's, but da Vinci's contribution is significant
    • Attributes:
      • Primarily by Verrocchio, with da Vinci's distinct style evident in one angel.
      • Christ is central, with hands of God above.
      • Innovative use of oil paints and notable for its large size.
      • Verrocchio's style is evident (especially on the right angel).
      • Da Vinci introduced novel techniques; this marks a moment of great experimentation in paint technique.
    • Drapery for a Seated Figure (1470)*
    • Date: 1470
    • Location: Louvre Museum, Paris
    • Patron: Unknown
    • Attributes:
      • Study of drapery, light, and form.
      • Utilized gesso on linen.
      • Helped shape subsequent draped figures in other works.
      • Represents da Vinci's scientific approach to artistic representation.
      • Shows advanced understanding of human anatomy.
      • Key influence on da Vinci's future works.
    • Annunciation (c. 1472-75)*
    • Date: c. 1472-75
    • Location: Uffizi Gallery, Florence
    • Patron: Possibly San Bartolomeo Monastery, or a private commission
    • Attributes:
      • Early work showing both Verrocchio's and da Vinci's collaborations.
      • Detailed depiction of an enclosed garden setting.
      • Virgin Mary in a classical pose.
      • Demonstration of sfumato (hazy, smoky effect) to convey atmosphere.
      • Shows da Vinci's independent style emerging through landscape and composition, contrasted to Verrocchio's detailed figure work.
    • Ginevra de' Benci (c. 1474)*
    • Date: c. 1474
    • Location: National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C.
    • Patron: Unknown, possible connection to Bernardo Bembo
    • Attributes:
      • Early female portrait, showcasing the sitter directly facing the viewer.
      • Renaissance beauty ideals are exemplified, a naturalistic style, unadorned.
      • Unique for a woman's perspective reflecting the viewer and environment.
      • Juniper bush, symbolizing chastity and the sitter's name.
      • Use of sfumato for the landscape and figure.
      • Emblem of laurel and palm symbolize intellectual love or poetic achievement on the back.
    • Study of Hands (1474)*
    • Date: 1474
    • Location: Royal Collection, Windsor Castle
    • Patron: Unknown
    • Attributes:
      • Preparatory work for a lost painting.
      • Realistic and expressive hands, exhibiting Verrocchio's influence.
      • A study of human form; important for the time.
      • Demonstrates Renaissance ideals of realistic imagery in sculpture.
      • A study of natural forms and compositions.
    • Madonna of the Carnation (c. 1476)*
    • Date: c. 1476
    • Location: Alte Pinakothek, Munich
    • Patron: Unknown
    • Attributes:
      • Shows movement away from Verrocchio's style, toward Flemish influences.
      • Depicts a domestic interior (deeply shaded).
      • Carnation, symbolizing love but also the Virgin Mary's purity.
      • Shows da Vinci's developing mastery of oil and sfumato.
      • Experimentation with form and color contrasts, showcasing an evolution in da Vinci's technique, moving from the flatness of earlier works
      • Still shows earlier style in the Virgin Mary's face.
    • Benois Madonna (c. 1478)*
    • Date: c. 1478
    • Location: Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg
    • Patron: Unknown, likely a private commission
    • Attributes:
      • More joyful and direct than earlier Madonnas.
      • Showing a greater dynamism inherent in the composition.
      • More dynamic composition and more cheerful sentimentality.
      • Emphasizes direct and intimate expression in the figure.
      • Shows continuation in the use of glazing.
      • 2, 4 petaled white flowers replace the carnation.
    • Hanging of Bernardo Baroncelli (1479)*
    • Date: 1479
    • Location: Musée Bonnat, Bayonne
    • Patron: Unknown
    • Attributes:
      • Illustrates a historical event (Pazzi Conspiracy).
      • Focuses on human anatomy and emotional expression of figures.
      • Shows da Vinci's interest in the drama of human emotion for a historical narrative.
    • Adoration of the Magi (c. 1481)*
    • Date: c. 1481
    • Location: Uffizi Gallery, Florence
    • Patron: Monastery of San Donato
    • Attributes:
      • First major commission; a large-scale composition.
      • Depicts the Magi with a psychological depth.
      • Shows detailed representation of human emotions.
      • Includes classical ruins and far-reaching landscape.
      • A study of human emotions (the “affetti”).
      • Unfinished, likely due to its ambition.
    • (and so on for the remaining artworks...too many to list here, as flashcards are designed for individual facts about each artwork)*

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