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