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Which object in Still Life with Lobster suggests the starting point of decay and decomposition, underlining the painting's vanitas theme?
 
  a) the partially peeled lemon at lower center
  b) the uneaten loaf of bread at right
  c) the butterfly in the upper center
  d) the overturned silver piece at lower left

Question 2

Based on implied lines in the composition and the painting's subject, where is the focal point located in The Shepherds of Arcadia and why?
 
  a) the forehead of the shadow figure, emphasizing recognition of death
  b) the tip of the distant mountain at center, indicating the direction of heaven
  c) the face of Athena, symbolizing the beauty of knowledge
  d) the upturned face of the third shepherd, highlighting the seeker of truth



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Answer: a




vHAUNG6011

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Reply 2 on: Jun 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
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