Art History U5 Test
People began to question the ________ whimsical, indulgent style of art during __________
Rococo; the Enlightenment
Igres was vehemently opposed to the _________ movement.
Romantic
___________'s views were known and widely read and many think it was because of his influence that the taste of the art world went from the flashy Rococo to a more simplistic and natural style.
Rousseau
West staged his ____________ scenes in a Neoclassical way.
battle
Newton's theories and _______ took the scientific revolution to a whole new level.
experiments
Stuart combined Neoclassicism with his unique approach to portrait painting through his technique of painting ____________.
flesh
What is the name of the fresco in the United States Capitol that has telling signs of how much our Nation's art and architecture has roots in Classic art?
Apotheosis of Washington
Canaletto
Artist of Painting
What society was Kauffmann a part of?
Blue Stocking
The detailed scenes painted by _______ had become quite popular with tourists who were traveling Europe on their "Grand Tour."
Canaletto
_____ found inspiration in the country life of families.
Chardin
_____ became the editor of the famous Encyclopédie which was a compilation of more than 100 of the most influential writers and leading thinkers of the time.
Diderot
Peale
Name of Artist
Reynolds
Name of Artist
Lincoln Memorial
Name of Building
Cornelia Presenting Her Children as Her Treasures
Name of Painting
Declaration of Independence
Name of Painting
Lion Resting
Name of Painting
Lord Heathfield of Gibraltar
Name of Painting
Paul Revere
Name of Painting
Prayer before the meal
Name of Painting
The Death of General Wolfe
Name of Painting
What were the three big "isms" that overlapped each other and competed for attention during the late 1700s and much of the 1800s?
Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism
How did Boucher portray Madame de Pompadour?
Playfully
What is remarkable about The Swing?
Symbol of secrecy is included in this portrait; Artist of this portrait did not receive public credit for his artwork until after his death; Contrast of light and shadows adds a richness mastered by the artist.
Reynolds applied "________" in his portraits.
The Grand Style
Explain the two styles of different architecture on the two major sides of the White House.
The north side has a Georgian look; The south side has the Neoclassical look.
Choose three facts about The Staircase Group
The painting is the most recognizable from this artist; This style of painting is called the trompe l'oeil; At its first display a real stair was set at the base of the portrait.
How did Watteau's portraits compare to portraits done in the Baroque style?
They have a lighter feel.
Being a royal painter brought both advantages and disadvantages to _________.
Vigée-Lebrun
_____ had Marie Antoinette as a loyal patron.
Vigée-Lebrun
The _________ has two distinctively different shades of stone because of a delay in construction.
Washington Monument
During this era, ______ shows an unparalleled use of color.
Watteau
Choose three facts about the Declaration of Independence
Painting is currently displayed in the United States Capitol; Artist was a personal aide to General George Washington; Painting is 12 x 18 feet.
____________ were holding higher positions politically.
Women
obelisk
an upright, four-sided pillar that tapers as it rises and is found in Egyptian art
The __________ of the time set the stage for a new, softer, more feminine style that was appropriately called ____________
architecture; Rococo
Many ___ called this new period the age or the birth of the "isms."
art historians
Ionic Column
columns that have scroll-shaped decorations at the top that look a lot like a ram's horns; you will find a rounded base at the bottom of these columns
What are two of the contributions Peale made to America?
created a space to house collections; made a space accessible for all of the public
West was well known for his battlefield scenes that showed his attention to ___.
details and realism
Choose three facts about the Lincoln Memorial.
includes a frieze that shows the states in existence when it was built; Monument is on the back of the US penny; houses a famous statue inside
Kneller took portrait painting to a(n) _______ level.
industrial
What are distinguishing features of Neoclassical paintings?
not as much interest in depth and severe, carefully drawn figures
What did Kauffmann do with the humble and sweet message that Greuze and his companions shared?
placed the message in an ancient setting
During the 18th century, Paris was the _______ capital.
social
Ingres defended vehemently against having these Romantic "barbarians," as he called them, affect _____.
the classic qualities of Neoclassicism
Frieze
the decorative band on an outside wall that is usually decorated in a low relief sculpture and contains lettering
What is thought to be one of Locke's greatest contributions to the movement?
the doctrine of empiricism
What do the 36 Doric columns on the Lincoln Memorial represent?
the states that were part of the Union when Lincoln died
List at least three basic characteristics of Rococo art.
whimsical; softer; more feminine
There was not one major movement, but a series of
"-isms"
United States Capitol
Name of Building
How did Kneller contribute to this era?
painted portraits
An important factor in The Enlightenment movement was Newton's insistence on what two things?
Concrete proof; data
________ gave the working man a "voice" by painting them in a true, proud fashion.
Copley
______ was a doctor who pioneered anatomical drawings to be used as teaching tools.
Hunter
Name four major art styles shown in famous US buildings discussed in lesson 6.
Egyptian; Gothic or Neogothic; Modern; Neoclassical or Classical
______ embraced Rousseau's philosophy and painted "simple" moments.
Greuze
Choose three facts about Cornelia Presenting Her Children as Her Treasures
It is considered one of the most recognizable paintings marking the beginning of Neoclassicism; The scene is taken right out of Roman and Greek literature; Subject of the painting means "an example of virtue."
Choose three facts about The Athenaeum
It is part of a series of portraits; Portrait was used so the artist could make copies; Portrait is found on the front of the dollar bill.
What was the importance of Diderot's Encyclopédie?
It was accessible to the public.
Who was able to help Trumbull start his work on the painting Declaration of Independence?
Jefferson
There was a controversy surrounding the _________ plan because the style reflected its ancient past instead of a more modern approach.
Jefferson Memorial
What is pictured on the back of the five-dollar bill?
Lincoln Memorial
The famous and powerful mistress of Louis XV, ______, took Boucher as her painter and commissioned several pieces from him.
Madame de Pompadour
Just like David was inspired by the Pieta in his portrayal of _______, Ingres was inspired by the School of Athens by ________
Marat; Raphael
_____ insisted on solid proof when it came to scientific research.
Newton
What is remarkable about Return from Cythera?
Portrait has an undertone of melancholy; Glossiness of clothing gives light to the scene; Artist of this portrait was convinced that he would not live long.
What was the true essence of The Enlightenment?
The essence was to use reason to view the world.
Choose three facts about The Death of General Wolfe
The idealized event was loved by the public; Theatrical lighting and staging helps convey a saintly look in the man; Artist first received recognition for his talent while in England.
________ was a gathering of literary, artistic, and political figures in a fashionable household during the 17th- 20th centuries.
salon
People were trying to catch up with all the exciting and unpredictable progress since the _____ brought about industrialism.
science movement spurred on by The Enlightenment
Boucher added a sense of _________ and _______________ to his portraits.
sensuality; playfulness
In 2006 and 2007, the ______ created a poll to rank America's favorite buildings.
AIA
Marie Antoinette
Name of Painting
Return from Cythera
Name of Painting
The Apotheosis of Homer
Name of Painting
The Athenaeum
Name of Painting
The Death of Marat
Name of Painting
The Staircase Group
Name of Painting
Doric Column
the oldest and simplest column; it has fluted sides, a smooth rounded top, and no separate base
Choose three facts about Paul Revere
Artist taught himself to paint using anatomy books; Longfellow wrote a poem about the subject of this painting; It is an innovative painting since subject is in shirtsleeves.
Painting: Country Fair
Artist: Grimm
Choose three facts about the United States Capitol.
Building was redesigned after a fire; Washington laid the cornerstone at the groundbreaking of this building; Thomas Jefferson chose the name and place of this building.
Choose three facts about the Supreme Court of the United States.
Facade is made out of marble from Vermont; It includes two statues created by James Earle Fraser; Building has a basketball court.
The techniques of Watteau and Boucher were combined in the art of ______.
Fragonard
________ combined Watteau's style and Boucher's style in his art.
Fragonard
________ is the technique that artists use to make it look like there is plaster on the canvas.
Impasto
_______ design for the Washington Monument was considered controversial.
Mills'
Boucher
Name of Artist
Copley
Name of Artist
Stuart
Name of Artist
Trumbull
Name of Artist
West
Name of Artist
Supreme Court of the United States
Name of Building
To commemorate the AIA's 150th anniversary, the organization wanted to get a sense of America's favorite _____.
buildings
What did the American Neoclassical painter, Gilbert Stuart, do that made him memorable?
painted flesh unlike other painters of his time
Gothic
style of architecture started in northern France and went throughout Europe in the 12th and 16th centuries; Gothic churches are identified by buttresses and by vaulting and pointed arches
Copley's painting of Paul Revere gave attention to ___.
the "new" honest American public
Lin chose a modern style made from a black, shiny rock called gabbro when she proposed the design for ___.
the Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Corinthian Column
the tops of these columns are decorated with olive and laurel leaves and rest on a base similar to that of the Ionic style
Madame de Pompadour
Name of Painting
The Grand Canal and the Church of Salute
Name of Painting
The Swing
Name of Painting
The Village Bride
Name of Painting
Choose the THREE facts that are true about The Village Bride
Artist captured the life of the middle class; Artist embraced Rousseau's words and painted simple moments and simple people; The simplicity of the scene makes the moment even more beautiful.
Choose the three facts that are true about Lion Resting
Artist made a name for himself by reproducing images of animals and sports; Image is of an etching made on a piece of metal and then applied with ink that is pressed to paper to print multiple copies of the image; Accuracy, honesty, and truth make this artist's work so important.
Choose three facts about The Apotheosis of Homer
Artist of this painting was mostly known for portraits of females, many which seemed as accurate as a photograph; Artist stressed for many years about who to include in the painting; Portrait includes what the artist called the "sovereign geniuses."
Choose the three facts that are true about The Grand Canal and the Church of Salute
Artist painted finished sketches back in the studio; Artist was commissioned to paint pictures of estates; The technique "camera obscura" is used in this painting.
Choose three facts about The Death of Marat
Artist rushed over to paint the scene; Artist was very political and inspired the people to be devoted to their country; Painting highlights several items that later became almost relics to the French public.
Choose the three facts that are true about the Country Fair
Artist was known for his preservation of history through etchings and drawings; Artist was asked to go around and paint or sketch anything that is "curious."; Artist is thought to have painted the only image of King Edward VI at his coronation.
Choose the three facts that are true about Prayer before the meal
Artist was known for using a technique called "impasto."; Artist's eyesight weakened so he took up using pastels- soft, rich chalk; Painting was owned by King Louis XV.
Choose the three facts that are true about Marie Antoinette
Artist's paintings don't come across as frivolous or pretentious; The artist creates intimacy in paintings; Ties with Marie Antoinette made life in the "new" high society after the French Revolution more difficult for this artist.
What is remarkable about Madame de Pompadour?
Artist's playfulness and sensuality is seen in this portrait; Portrait's playfulness is a statement to the public; Symbol of loyalty is included in this portrait.
Choose the three facts that are true about Lord Heathfield of Gibraltar
Artist's quest for perfection shows a leaning toward the classical Roman look; Some historians say this artwork shows biblical allusion; The "Grand Style" technique is used in this artwork.
The _________ was an organization of women in England who got together to discuss intellectual topics of the day.
Blue Stockings
____ was known not only for his portraits, but he was also famous for his use of symbolism and allegories.
Boucher
Another reason for the big interest in the ___ style of art was the big excavations of Herculaneum (1738) and Pompeii (1748).
Classical
Being an adaptable painter who was fond of living, David figured out a way to paint for ______.
Napoleon
What was the reaction to the fancy and overdone Rococo style?
Neoclassicism
It was _______ who combined Rousseau's philosophy and Neoclassicism in her art.
Kauffmann
_______ was a major portrait artist of the time and painted all of the Kit-Kat members.
Kneller
How did The Enlightenment connect the sciences and the arts?
More "technical" artists were being needed to illustrate the sciences.
Chardin
Name of Artist
David
Name of Artist
Fragonard
Name of Artist
Grueze
Name of Artist
Howitt
Name of Artist
Ingres
Name of Artist
Kauffman
Name of Artist
Vigee-Lebrun
Name of Artist
Watteau
Name of Artist
______ captured many military heroes using "The Grand Style" technique.
Reynolds
David's _________ was considered a martyr painting.
The Death of Marat
The ________ in the panels of the walls were more fluid than earlier art, and the influence of the ________ shape with the curving sprays gives off a very lighthearted feel.
lines; shell
What Newton did for _________ and science, a man named John Locke did for political and social _________
mathematics; philosophy
Charles Willson Peale's interests in ___ could certainly put him in the category as Renaissance man.
painter; museum curator; naturalist
What realms did the aristocracy make a surge into after 1715?
societal; political
What was so different about Greuze's art than from early artists was that he focused on ______.
the simplicity in the middle classes
Copley said the artist was seen as a _______ rather than a fine artist.
tradesman