Chapter 6 The Etruscans

The pose of the Aule Metele statue most resembles that of which work?

Apoxyomenos of Lysippos

What metalworking technique was used in the decoration of the Regolini-Galassi fibula?

Granulation and repoussé

The decoration of the Ficoroni Cista is most likely an adaptation of what art type?

Greek panel painting

Which of the following best describes the way this figure's garments are depicted?

In flat, patterned folds

What was the source of the Etruscan accumulation of wealth and luxury goods in the seventh century BCE?

Mining and trade

What was the purpose of the three-cella plan of Etruscan temples?

One chamber each for Tinia, Uni, and Menrva

Which statement accurate describes the structures in these photographs?

One is a model of a complete building; the other is part of a larger structure

How do these tomb interiors compare?

One is subdivided into a variety of spaces

Which statement best describes the decorations in these tomb interiors?

One tomb contains colorful abstract patterns on the ceiling

What accounts for the lack of Etruscan temple remains in the archaeological record?

Perishable materials

Which term best describes the shape of the main body of this sculpture?

Cylinder

Which of the following Etruscan toiletry articles have been found in great quantities by archaeologists?

Cistae and mirrors

Who would have been buried in each of these structures at Carveteri?

Generations of a family

What was the function of the Etruscan fibula?

Pinning cloth

What term do art historians use to describe the base of an Etruscan temple?

Podium

What is the purpose of the sculpted circles in this tomb chamber?

Represent shields

Etruscan art and iconography had a great influence on which culture?

Roman

We know from the inscription of the Ficoroni Cista that the workshop of its artist, Novios Plautios, was located in which city?

Rome

What architectural feature do these Etruscan structures have in common?

Sculptural elements attached to the architecture

Which two rivers defined the territory of the Etruscan cities?

The Tiber and the Arno

Which statement is an accurate description of this sarcophagus?

The entire sarcophagus appears to be made of the same material.

Which of the following best describes this sculptural figure?

The figure has an animated expression and strides forward.

Which of the following best describes the two figure depicted on this sarcophagus (funerary monument)?

The figures' faces are individual and animated.

Why are scholars unable to use Etruscan inscriptions as a source of information about Etruscan culture?

The language is as yet undeciphered

Which of the following describes the decorations on this container?

They are a combination of two-dimensional and three-dimensional images.

Why are the man and woman on the Cerveteri sarcophagus shown in a reclining position?

They are shown at a banquet

Of which Roman architectural form is the Porta Marzia thought to be a forerunner?

Triumphal arch

What was the Greek name for the Etruscans?

Tyrrhenians

The mixing of peoples that resulted in the Etruscan culture occurred when?

Villanovan period, first millennium BCE

Which ancient author provides information about Etruscan architecture?

Vitruvius