16th Century Northern Europe II: Spain, Portugal, and the Netherlands Quiz Flashcards
What role did Antwerp play in the art of the Netherlands?
It was the international center for trade as well as the commercial artistic center
Which of the following best describes the style El Greco adopted for the painting below, titled The Burial of the Count Orgaz?
Balanced between the lower earthly portion, and the suggested movement in the upper celestial portion
Which of the following best describes the art of Spain during the Renaissance?
Flashy, luxurious textiles, detailed
The image below is ______________.
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A self-portrait
Which of the following best describes what was happening in Antwerp during the 16th century?
All of the above
El Greco adopted his elongated and encompassing style from the ___________.
Mannerists
What happened to Spain after the “Invincible Armada”?
Spain’s prestige was damaged and naval supremacy was lost
What is the underlying meaning behind the image below?
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Damnation is the result of a life of sinfulness
Who is the artist, and what is the title of the piece below?
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Allegory of the Battle of Lepanto; Titian
Why were Bruegel’s work and subjects favored by local scholars, merchants, and bankers?
They appreciated his political, social, and religious themes
