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CharlieWard

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Gianlorenzo Bernini's Ecstasy of St. Theresa, a centerpiece of a chapel in Rome, exemplifies what characteristic of the Baroque style?
 
  a) It brings together various media, such as marble, bronze, and the natural light from a window, to achieve theatrical effects.
  b) It uses naturalistic imagery of ordinary people in dark, dingy surroundings.
  c) It was a work commissioned by the pope.
  d) It represents the exploration of nature by setting the scene in an extensive landscape.

Question 2

What characteristic of Caravaggio's style is seen in his painting of The Calling of St. Matthew?
 
  a) the naturalistic depiction of ordinary people and dingy, commonplace settings
  b) the depiction of deep panoramic space
  c) the use of ancient models derived from Roman sculpture
  d) the use of multiple media to achieve theatrical effects


lindahyatt42

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Reply #1 on: Jun 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Answer: a


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