Renaissance to Impressionism Art Quiz

Study Notes

Renaissance Painting

Early Renaissance (14th-15th century): Emphasized simplicity, gesture, and expression.
High Renaissance (16th century): Characterized by deeper pictorial space, dramatic skies with dark clouds and flashes of light.
Mannerism period: Human figures were rendered with sumptuous, warm, and sensual colors using oil paints.
Baroque Painting: Ornate and fantastic, appealing to emotion, sensual, and highly decorative. Used light and shadow to create dramatic effects.

Rococo Painting

Focused on the portrayal of farm and country life.

Romantic Painting

Explored the artist's personal reactions to past events, landscapes, and people.

19th Century Painting (Modern Art)

Aim was to please the public.

Impressionism

Paul Cezanne is considered the greatest Impressionist and the Father of Modern Art.
Impressionism focused on simplicity, brilliance, perfect balance, bright colors, and depth in art.

Expressionism

Vincent van Gogh is regarded as the Father of Expressionism.
Expressionist works are known for their rough beauty, emotional honesty, bold colors, and simplicity.

Development of Sculpture

Sculpture is an art form that utilizes modeling.

Pre-Historic Sculpture

Consisted of crude forms carved from stone and wood.

Egyptian Sculpture

Developed over four distinct periods:

Old Kingdom Period
- Sculptures developed into forms that influenced the rest of pharaonic history.
First Dynasty Period
- Occurred around 5,000 years ago.
- Common subjects included the sun, moon, stars, and sacred animals.
Middle Kingdom Period
- Statues depicted individual moods, but bodies remained rigid and straight.
New Kingdom Period
- Figures were lifelike and vigorous.
- Depicted in poses like walking, dancing, and bending, showcasing dignity and serenity.
- Forms of Egyptian sculpture include palettes (shield-like pieces of stone with relief carving), wall carvings, and statues.

Greek Sculpture

Daedalic Period: Marble was widely used as a material. Nude male statues were prevalent.
Classical Age (Age of Pericles): Temples dedicated to gods and goddesses were adorned with sculptures.
Later Greek Period: Male and female figures were often depicted with little or no clothing.

Roman Sculpture

Depicted famous men and women in bust forms, representing their personalities realistically.

Description

Test your knowledge on key art movements from the Renaissance to Impressionism. Explore different styles, techniques, and influential artists through the ages. This quiz covers various periods such as Baroque, Rococo, and Romantic painting.