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What is the primary material used for the Roettgen Pieta?
What is the primary material used for the Roettgen Pieta?
- Bronze
- Marble
- Ceramic
- Painted and gilded wood (correct)
In which artistic period was the Roettgen Pieta created?
In which artistic period was the Roettgen Pieta created?
- Northern Renaissance
- Baroque
- German Gothic Period (correct)
- Renaissance
What is the height of the Roettgen Pieta?
What is the height of the Roettgen Pieta?
- 88.4 cm (correct)
- 75.2 cm
- 100 cm
- 50 cm
Where is the Roettgen Pieta currently housed?
Where is the Roettgen Pieta currently housed?
Which figures are depicted in the Roettgen Pieta?
Which figures are depicted in the Roettgen Pieta?
Flashcards
Roettgen Pieta
Roettgen Pieta
A wooden sculpture depicting the Virgin Mary holding the body of Jesus Christ.
German Gothic Period
German Gothic Period
A style of art and architecture prevalent in Germany during the 12th to 16th centuries, characterized by pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and stained glass windows.
Pieta
Pieta
A work of art that represents the Virgin Mary holding the dead body of Jesus Christ.
Material of Roettgen Pieta
Material of Roettgen Pieta
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Location of Roettgen Pieta
Location of Roettgen Pieta
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Study Notes
The Roettgen Pieta
- Title: The Roettgen Pieta
- Date/Culture/Period: Circa 1325 A.D., German Gothic Period
- Material: Painted and gilded wood
- Measurements: Height 88.4cm
- Repository: Rheinisches Landesmuseum Bonn, Germany
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Test your knowledge on the Roettgen Pieta, an exquisite example of German Gothic art from circa 1325 A.D. Discover details about its materials, dimensions, and historical significance. This quiz is perfect for art history enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding of Gothic sculptures.