The Yellow Christ - Post Impressionism

Question 1

One-liner

Answer 1

Simplified nun figures surrounding a crucifixion scene with bold colors and simplified forms

Question 2

Line

Answer 2

• Bold, simplified outlines define the figures and landscape create emphasis to the central figure

Question 3

Shape

Answer 3

• Flat shapes with minimal variation in depth create overall unity
• Scene of two-dimensional figures
• Smooth curves in figures and landscapes contrast with the geometric rigid houses

Question 4

Form

Answer 4

no form

Question 5

Space

Answer 5

• Discernible foreground, middle-ground and background - most action takes place in the foreground, bringing the audience closer to the scene creating an intimacy to the spiritual experience

Question 6

Colour

Answer 6

• Dominant use of yellow with contrasting blues and greens
• Yellow symbolises the discoloration of a dead body, but also hope in spirituality

Question 7

Value

Answer 7

• Limited value variation with emphasis on the brightness of Christ’s figure

Question 8

Texture

Answer 8

• Smooth, even application of paint with lightly visible brushstrokes
• Texture creates rhythym and visual interest