15th Century: Northern Europe and the Iberian Peninsula I Practice Flashcards
How did Hugo van der Goes create realism in the image above?
He used atmospheric perspective
What does an altar symbolize in a Christian church?
Focal point of the church
What does the dog represent in the following image? (Hint: The name “Fido” may come from this representation.)
The dog represents the fidelity that should exist in husband-and-wife partnerships. Fido is a word that implies “trustworthy.” Therefore, it can be concluded that The dog in the image symbolizes the faithfulness that occurs in couples
What is the antependium?
It is the front surface of a block altar
How does atmospheric perspective create realism?
Objects that are further from the viewer are less clear and detailed, while objects closer to the viewer are sharper and more detailed
What theme did all of the symbols in Flemish art possess?
They all had religious meaning
What is a polyptych?
A polyptych is an altarpiece consisting of many panels
What were the most commonly used symbols in Flemish art?
Everyday objects
What did people place on the altars?
Relics of the church’s patron saint