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The Baptism of Christ, by Piero della Francesca - Test
Contributed by: Muir
  • 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) National Gallery, London
B) Vatican Museums, Rome
C) Uffizi Gallery, Florence
D) Louvre, Paris
  • 3. Which artistic style is Piero della Francesca associated with?
A) Baroque
B) Early Renaissance
C) Gothic
D) Mannerism
  • 4. What distinctive feature characterizes Piero's use of color?
A) Bright, primary colors
B) Monochromatic scheme
C) Pale, luminous colors
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) Pouring water from a shell
B) Sprinkling with olive branch
C) Immersing completely in water
D) Anointing with oil
  • 7. What is the overall mood of the painting?
A) Dark and ominous
B) Joyful and celebratory
C) Dramatic and emotional
D) Serene and contemplative
  • 8. What natural element divides the composition?
A) The Jordan River
B) A mountain range
C) A stone wall
D) A path through fields
  • 9. What is the approximate size of the painting?
A) 250 x 180 cm
B) 100 x 80 cm
C) 167 x 116 cm
D) 200 x 150 cm
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