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Sculpture Flashcards

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Creators of Christ the Redeemer statue in Brazil

A

Heitor da SILVA COSTA (engineer)
and
Paul LANDOWSKI (sculptor from France)

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What is the name of the famous sculpture created by Michelangelo that depicts the biblical figure David?

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David

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Which sculpture is known as a symbol of freedom and was a gift from France to the United States?

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The Statue of Liberty

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True or False: The sculpture ‘The Thinker’ was created by Auguste Rodin.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The sculpture ‘Venus de Milo’ is an ancient Greek statue that represents the goddess of _____.

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love and beauty

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Which artist created the sculpture ‘The Kiss’?

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Giacomo Manzù

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What is the main material used in the sculpture ‘David’ by Michelangelo?

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Marble

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Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a famous sculpture? A) The Scream B) The Thinker C) The Great Sphinx

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A) The Scream

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What is the name of the sculpture located at the entrance of the Vatican Museums, depicting a man holding a globe?

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The Laocoön

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True or False: The ‘Pietà’ is a sculpture that depicts Mary holding the body of Jesus.

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True

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Who sculpted the ‘Angel of the North’?

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Antony Gormley

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Fill in the blank: ‘The Discobolus’ is a famous ancient Greek sculpture of a _____.

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discus thrower

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What is the primary theme of the sculpture ‘The Gates of Hell’ by Auguste Rodin?

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The inferno and human suffering

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What year was the Statue of Liberty dedicated?

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1886

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Multiple choice: Which sculpture is known for its intricate detail and representation of a seated Buddha? A) The Great Buddha of Nara B) The Thinker C) The Kiss

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A) The Great Buddha of Nara

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Who is the artist of the ‘Moses’ sculpture located in San Pietro in Vincoli, Rome?

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Michelangelo

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True or False: The sculpture ‘The Little Mermaid’ is located in Copenhagen, Denmark.

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True

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What is the name of the famous sculpture by Alberto Giacometti that depicts a thin, elongated figure?

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Walking Man

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Fill in the blank: ‘The Colossus of Rhodes’ was a giant statue that stood at the entrance of the harbor of _____.

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Rhodes

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What material is primarily used in the sculpture ‘The Thinker’?

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Bronze

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Who created the abstract sculpture ‘Bird in Space’?

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Constantin Brâncuși

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Multiple choice: Which of the following sculptures was made by Henry Moore? A) Reclining Figure B) The Kiss C) The Statue of David

A

A) Reclining Figure

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What does the sculpture ‘Christ the Redeemer’ symbolize?

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Christianity and peace

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True or False: The ‘Terracotta Army’ was created to protect the tomb of China’s first emperor.

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True

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Fill in the blank: ‘The Thinker’ was originally conceived as part of a larger work called ‘The _____.

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Gates of Hell

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What is the name of the famous sculpture by Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux that depicts a group of figures called ‘The Dance’?

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The Dance

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Who is the creator of the famous ‘David’ sculpture, which is often confused with Michelangelo’s version?

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Donatello

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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a famous modern sculpture? A) The Great Sphinx B) The Cloud Gate C) The Statue of David

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B) The Cloud Gate

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What is the primary subject of the sculpture ‘The Birth of Venus’?

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Venus emerging from the sea

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True or False: The sculpture ‘David’ by Donatello is made of bronze.

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True

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Fill in the blank: ‘The Thinker’ was first cast in _____.

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1902

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What is the significance of the sculpture ‘The Kiss’ by Rodin?

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It represents romantic love and passion.

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Who sculpted the ‘Manneken Pis’, a famous statue in Brussels?

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Jerome Duquesnoy

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Multiple choice: Which of the following sculptures is located in Paris? A) The Great Sphinx B) The Statue of Liberty C) The Arc de Triomphe

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C) The Arc de Triomphe

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What is the primary theme represented in the sculpture ‘The Ecstasy of Saint Teresa’?

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Divine love and spiritual ecstasy

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True or False: The ‘Venus de Milo’ is famous for having both arms intact.

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False

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Fill in the blank: The ‘Buddha’ sculptures are primarily found in _____.

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Asia

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What is the name of the sculpture that depicts a man with a raised arm, often interpreted as a symbol of strength and freedom?

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The Fist

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Who created ‘The Burghers of Calais’, a sculpture commemorating a historical event?

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Auguste Rodin

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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a famous work by Alexander Calder? A) The Kiss B) The Mobile C) The Discobolus

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B) The Mobile

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What is the primary purpose of the sculpture ‘The Little Mermaid’?

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To commemorate Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale.

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True or False: ‘The Great Sphinx of Giza’ has the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The sculpture ‘David’ by Michelangelo measures approximately ____ feet tall.

A

17

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What is the artistic style of the sculpture ‘The Thinker’?

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Symbolism

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Who designed the ‘Angel of the North’?

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Antony Gormley

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Multiple choice: Which of the following sculptures is made of ice? A) The Ice Hotel Sculpture B) The Kiss C) The Great Buddha

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A) The Ice Hotel Sculpture

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What does the sculpture ‘The Great Buddha’ in Leshan represent?

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Maitreya Buddha

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True or False: The ‘Pietà’ is located in the Vatican.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The sculpture ‘The Thinker’ was originally designed to be part of ‘The _____.

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Gates of Hell

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What is the significance of the sculpture ‘The Colossus of Rhodes’?

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It was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

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Who is the artist behind the sculpture ‘The Dancer’?

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Henri Matisse

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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a contemporary sculpture? A) The Great Sphinx B) The Cloud Gate C) The Venus de Milo

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B) The Cloud Gate

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True or False: The sculpture ‘David’ by Michelangelo was originally intended for the Florence Cathedral.

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True

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Who is considered the father of modern sculpture in France?

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Auguste Rodin

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True or False: Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux is known for his realistic and expressive sculptures.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The famous work ‘The Thinker’ was created by ______.

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Auguste Rodin

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Which French sculptor is known for his work on the Paris Opera House?

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Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following sculptors was associated with the Art Nouveau movement? A) Alberto Giacometti B) Antoine Bourdelle C) Paul Gauguin

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B) Antoine Bourdelle

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What material did many French sculptors, including Rodin, commonly use for their works?

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Bronze

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Who created the sculpture ‘The Kiss’?

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Auguste Rodin

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True or False: Camille Claudel was a prominent French sculptor and also a student of Rodin.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The sculpture ‘The Gates of Hell’ was inspired by ______.

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Dante Alighieri’s Inferno

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Which French sculptor was known for their elongated figures and was part of the Surrealist movement?

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Alberto Giacometti

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a work by Antoine Bourdelle? A) Heracles the Archer B) The Dance of the Nymphs C) The Burghers of Calais

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C) The Burghers of Calais

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What is the primary focus of the sculptures created by Paul Landowski?

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Monumental sculptures

66
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Who is known for the sculpture ‘The Triumph of the Republic’?

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Paul Landowski

67
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True or False: The sculpture ‘The Burghers of Calais’ was created by Henri Matisse.

A

False

68
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Fill in the blank: The artist ______ is known for incorporating movement and fluidity in his sculptures.

A

Gaston Bachelard

69
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Which sculptor created works that often depicted the human condition and existential themes?

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Alberto Giacometti

70
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Multiple Choice: Who was the first woman to exhibit at the Salon des Artistes Français? A) Camille Claudel B) Sophie Calle C) Berthe Morisot

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A) Camille Claudel

71
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What is the significance of the ‘Les Bourgeois de Calais’ sculpture?

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It symbolizes sacrifice and heroism during the Hundred Years’ War.

72
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Who is known for creating the ‘Monument to the Dead of the Great War’?

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Paul Landowski

73
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True or False: The works of French sculptors often reflect the cultural and historical contexts of their time.

A

True

74
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Who is considered the most famous ancient Greek sculptor?

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Phidias

75
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True or False: Ancient Greek sculptors primarily used marble and bronze.

A

True

76
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Fill in the blank: The period from 480 to 323 BC in Greek art is known as the _______ period.

A

Classical

77
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What technique did ancient Greek sculptors use to create lifelike figures?

A

Contrapposto

78
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Which sculptor is known for his work on the Parthenon?

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Phidias

79
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a style of ancient Greek sculpture? A) Archaic B) Classical C) Gothic D) Hellenistic

A

C) Gothic

80
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What is the term for the early style of Greek sculpture characterized by rigid poses and a lack of movement?

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Archaic

81
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True or False: The Hellenistic period focused on idealized forms and perfection.

A

False

82
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Who created the famous statue of Zeus at Olympia?

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Phidias

83
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Fill in the blank: The _______ was a major temple in Athens that housed a statue of Athena.

A

Parthenon

84
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What is the name of the famous statue created by Praxiteles that is considered one of the first life-sized representations of the female form?

A

Aphrodite of Knidos

85
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Multiple Choice: Which sculptor is associated with the transition from the Classical to the Hellenistic style? A) Myron B) Lysippos C) Phidias D) Polykleitos

A

B) Lysippos

86
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What material was commonly used in ancient Greek sculpture for creating detailed works?

A

Marble

87
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True or False: The use of bronze allowed for more dynamic and expressive sculptures.

A

True

88
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Fill in the blank: The _______ style emphasized emotional expression and complex poses.

A

Hellenistic

89
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Who was the sculptor known for the ideal proportions and athletic figures in his works?

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Polykleitos

90
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Multiple Choice: What is the name of the sculpture technique that involves carving away material to create a figure? A) Casting B) Modeling C) Carving D) Assembling

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C) Carving

91
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What is the significance of the Discobolus sculpture?

A

It represents the ideal athletic form and motion.

92
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True or False: Most ancient Greek sculptures were originally painted in bright colors.

A

True

93
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What are the two main types of ancient Greek sculpture?

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Relief and freestanding

94
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Who is considered the father of Renaissance sculpture?

A

Donatello

95
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True or False: Michelangelo is known for his sculptures in marble.

A

True

96
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What is the name of Michelangelo’s famous sculpture of a biblical hero?

A

David

97
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Fill in the blank: Gian Lorenzo Bernini is famous for his work in ________.

A

Baroque sculpture

98
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Which Italian sculptor created the ‘Pietà’?

A

Michelangelo

99
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following sculptors is known for the ‘Ecstasy of Saint Teresa’?
A) Donatello
B) Gian Lorenzo Bernini
C) Antonio Canova
D) Alberto Giacometti

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B) Gian Lorenzo Bernini

100
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What material did Donatello famously use in his sculptures?

A

Bronze

101
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True or False: Antonio Canova was a Neoclassical sculptor.

A

True

102
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Who sculpted the ‘Four Rivers Fountain’ in Rome?

A

Gian Lorenzo Bernini

103
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Fill in the blank: The ‘David’ by Donatello is made of ________.

A

Bronze

104
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What is the primary theme of Michelangelo’s sculpture ‘The Last Judgment’?

A

Judgment Day

105
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following artists was NOT a sculptor?
A) Michelangelo
B) Leonardo da Vinci
C) Gian Lorenzo Bernini
D) Donatello

A

B) Leonardo da Vinci

106
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What city is known as the birthplace of Renaissance sculpture?

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Florence

107
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True or False: The ‘David’ by Michelangelo was originally intended for the Florence Cathedral.

A

True

108
Q

Who created the ‘Venus Victrix’?

A

Antonio Canova

109
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Fill in the blank: ________ is known for his elongated figures in sculpture.

A

Alberto Giacometti

110
Q

What is the technique called that involves carving into a solid block of material?

A

Sculpture in the round

111
Q

Multiple Choice: Which sculptor is associated with the Baroque style?
A) Donatello
B) Michelangelo
C) Gian Lorenzo Bernini
D) Antonio Canova

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C) Gian Lorenzo Bernini

112
Q

What is the primary subject of Donatello’s ‘Mary Magdalene’?

A

Repentance

113
Q

True or False: The ‘Rape of Proserpina’ is a sculpture by Gian Lorenzo Bernini.

A

True

114
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Who was known for creating life-sized sculptures of horses?

A

Gian Lorenzo Bernini

115
Q

Fill in the blank: The ‘Apollo and Daphne’ is a famous work by ________.

A

Gian Lorenzo Bernini

116
Q

What style of sculpture is characterized by dramatic expressions and movement?

A

Baroque

117
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Multiple Choice: Antonio Canova’s sculptures are primarily associated with which movement?
A) Baroque
B) Renaissance
C) Neoclassicism
D) Modernism

A

C) Neoclassicism

118
Q

Who sculpted the ‘Tomb of Pope Julius II’?

A

Michelangelo

119
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True or False: The term ‘contrapposto’ refers to a pose where the weight is shifted onto one leg.

A

True

120
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What is the significance of the ‘David’ sculptures by both Donatello and Michelangelo?

A

They represent the ideal of human beauty and strength.

121
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Who is considered one of the most significant sculptors from Poland?

A

Igor Mitoraj

122
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True or False: Eastern European sculptors primarily focused on abstract art.

A

False

123
Q

Which country is known for its unique tradition of wood carving in sculpture?

A

Ukraine

124
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Fill in the blank: The famous Czech sculptor _____ is known for his works in stone and bronze.

A

David Černý

125
Q

What material is commonly used by Eastern European sculptors for large public installations?

A

Bronze

126
Q

Who created the iconic ‘Statue of Liberty’ replica in Budapest?

A

Zsigmond Kisfaludy

127
Q

Which Eastern European country is home to the sculptor Magdalena Abakanowicz?

A

Poland

128
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following sculptors is associated with the Surrealist movement? A) Henry Moore B) Salvador Dalí C) Alberto Giacometti D) Igor Mitoraj

A

C) Alberto Giacometti

129
Q

What is the primary theme of many Eastern European sculptures?

A

Historical and cultural identity

130
Q

True or False: Eastern European sculptors have often been influenced by political changes in their countries.

A

True

131
Q

Which sculptor is known for his work with kinetic sculptures in Hungary?

A

Gyula Kosice

132
Q

Fill in the blank: The artist _____ is known for creating large-scale installations that reflect social issues.

A

Krzysztof Wodiczko

133
Q

What city is known as a hub for contemporary sculpture in Eastern Europe?

A

Prague

134
Q

Who is the famous Romanian sculptor known for his abstract works?

A

Constantin Brâncuși

135
Q

Multiple Choice: Which sculptor is famous for his public monuments in the former Yugoslavia? A) Ivan Meštrović B) Henry Moore C) Alberto Giacometti D) Jean Arp

A

A) Ivan Meštrović

136
Q

What technique is commonly used by sculptors in Eastern Europe to create intricate details?

A

Carving

137
Q

True or False: The use of socialist realism was prevalent in Eastern European sculpture during the Cold War.

A

True

138
Q

Which Eastern European sculptor is known for his work with natural materials?

A

Milan Knížák

139
Q

Fill in the blank: The artist _____ is recognized for her unique approach to textile sculpture.

A

Magdalena Abakanowicz

140
Q

What is the significance of the sculpture ‘The Unknown Soldier’ in Eastern European countries?

A

It commemorates the soldiers who died in wars.

141
Q

Who created the ‘Fallen Monument’ series, reflecting on historical events?

A

Diana Lelonek

142
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following materials is NOT commonly used in Eastern European sculpture? A) Marble B) Ice C) Clay D) Bronze

A

B) Ice

143
Q

Which sculptor is known for integrating technology into his sculptures?

A

Andrzej Pągowski

144
Q

True or False: Many Eastern European sculptors have gained international recognition.

A

True

145
Q

What role does public art play in Eastern European countries?

A

It serves as a reflection of national identity and history.

146
Q

Fill in the blank: The artist _____ is known for his controversial installations that critique society.

A

Zbigniew Libera

147
Q

Which city is famous for its numerous statues and sculptures, particularly in its parks?

A

Warsaw

148
Q

Who is the notable Bulgarian sculptor known for his modernist works?

A

Vladimir Dimitrov

149
Q

Multiple Choice: Which sculpture technique involves adding material to create a form? A) Carving B) Modeling C) Casting D) Assembling

A

B) Modeling

150
Q

True or False: Eastern European sculptures often depict mythological themes.

A

True

151
Q

What is the name of the famous Russian sculptor known for his monumental works?

A

Vladimir Tatlin

152
Q

Fill in the blank: The artist _____ is celebrated for her work in environmental sculpture.

A

Anya Gallaccio

153
Q

Which Eastern European country has a strong tradition of ceramic sculpture?

A

Czech Republic

154
Q

Who created the famous ‘Angel of the North’ sculpture?

A

Antony Gormley

155
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common subject in Eastern European sculpture? A) Nature B) Technology C) Urban life D) All of the above

A

D) All of the above

156
Q

True or False: The sculptures created during the Soviet era were often state-sanctioned.

A

True

157
Q

What is the primary focus of contemporary Eastern European sculptors?

A

Social and political commentary

158
Q

Fill in the blank: The artist _____ is known for her feminist sculptures.

A

Louise Bourgeois

159
Q

Which Eastern European sculptor is recognized for his work in glass?

A

Rony Plesl

160
Q

What is one of the major influences on Eastern European sculpture?

A

Cultural heritage and history

161
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Who is the prominent Slovak sculptor known for his bronze works?

A

Juraj Meliš

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