Art History Flashcards
What is the origin of the word “art”?
Derived from Latin “ars,” it refers to human creative skill and imagination
How was “art” defined in the early 13th century?
As “skill as a result of learning or practice.”
What did “art” include in Middle English around 1300?
The seven liberal arts, emphasizing skill in scholarship and learning.
How was “art” described in the late 14th century?
How was “art” described in the late 14th century?
What are some categories of art?
Painting, sculpture, architecture, theatre, dance, performing arts, literature, music, film, and interactive media.
What is the definition of art history?
The academic study of the history and development of objects created by different cultures, primarily through visual representations.
What are key texts from antiquity about art?
Naturalis Historia by Pliny the Elder and De Architectura by Vitruvius.
What happened during the Renaissance regarding art?
Emergence of art theory, debates on art forms (Paragone), and contributions by artists like Leonardo da Vinci.
How did the 20th century influence art historiography?
New sciences like psychology, sociology, and archaeology brought fresh perspectives.
Explain: Idea as a term for analysis
Subject matter and the message communicated by the artist
Explain: Composition as a term for analysis
Arrangement of elements within the artwork
Explain: Light as a term for analysis
Use of light to create mood and depth.
Explain: Color as a term for analysis
The palette used and its emotional impact
Explain: Material and technique as a term for analysis
medium used and the methods of application.
medium used and the methods of application.
Idea, composition, light, color, material, and technique.
What functions has art served across different periods?
Communication, entertainment, decoration, and propaganda.
How is storytelling defined?
A socio-cultural activity of sharing narratives, evolving from oral traditions to writing and media.
What are the key elements of storytelling?
Characters, plot, and narrative point of view.
How did the Neo-Assyrian Empire depict power in art?
Through bas-reliefs showing royal lion hunts and military victories.
Name a key work from the Neo-Assyrian Empire.
“Royal Lion Hunt of King Ashurbanipal.”
What architectural advancements occurred under King Nebuchadnezzar II in the Neo-Babylonian Empire?
Monumental ziggurats and the Ishtar Gate with glazed bricks and animal reliefs.
What are Yokai in Japanese folklore?
Supernatural entities, ranging from malevolent to benevolent.
What are Kami in Shintoism
Deities and spirits worshipped in shrines.
What is allegory in art?
A narrative or visual representation with hidden meanings, often moral or political.
