Exam 4 Flashcards
Means “style” Most notable elements: - elongated physical features - multiple vanishing points -more abstract incorporation of additional story elements
Mannerism
Means “rebirth.” Refers to revival in arts and learning
Renaissance
The most elegant pose for a body-when the limbs and torso resembled the letter “S”. It refers to the twisting of a snake
Serpentinata
The period in the 17th century that included art with dramatic use of light and dark preferences for dynamic movement and theatrical effects, as well as intense naturalism and the inclusion of elements of ordinary life in religious scenes
Baroque
A technique in drawing and painting where a dramatic contrast between light and dark areas creates a convincing illusion of three-dimensional forms
Chiaroscuro
Were stylistic followers of the 16th century Italian Baroque painter Caravaggio
Caravaggisti
Is a style of painting using profoundly chiaroscuro, where there are violent contrast of light and dark, and where darkness becomes a dominating feature of the image
Tenebroso