The Baptism of Christ, by Piero della Francesca - Test
  • 1. In which century did Piero della Francesca paint 'The Baptism of Christ'?
A) 17th century
B) 16th century
C) 14th century
D) 15th century
  • 2. Where is 'The Baptism of Christ' currently housed?
A) Louvre, Paris
B) Uffizi Gallery, Florence
C) Vatican Museums, Rome
D) National Gallery, London
  • 3. Which artistic style is Piero della Francesca associated with?
A) Baroque
B) Mannerism
C) Early Renaissance
D) Gothic
  • 4. What distinctive feature characterizes Piero's use of color?
A) Bright, primary colors
B) Dark, dramatic contrasts
C) Pale, luminous colors
D) Monochromatic scheme
  • 5. What is notable about the perspective in this painting?
A) No perspective
B) Mathematical precision
C) Distorted perspective
D) Multiple vanishing points
  • 6. How does John the Baptist administer the baptism?
A) Sprinkling with olive branch
B) Anointing with oil
C) Pouring water from a shell
D) Immersing completely in water
  • 7. What is the overall mood of the painting?
A) Joyful and celebratory
B) Serene and contemplative
C) Dark and ominous
D) Dramatic and emotional
  • 8. What natural element divides the composition?
A) A stone wall
B) A mountain range
C) A path through fields
D) The Jordan River
  • 9. What is the approximate size of the painting?
A) 100 x 80 cm
B) 200 x 150 cm
C) 167 x 116 cm
D) 250 x 180 cm
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