Swiss Management Center University Late Medieval Art Paintings Discussion

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Directions:

1. Use “google images” or our online course resources, to find and post a work of Late Medival Art from 1280 AD-1440 AD. Describe the qualities that make the work “Late Medieval.” Your work does not have to be of European origin. You may choose a work of art from any culture that was created 1280-1440AD.

2. Be sure to include the artist, title, date, and material as a identification label.

https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/436050

Q.2 :

Short Answer Questions: Masaccio’s Painting

First, read and watch the following videos and texts:

  1. Masaccio’s The Tribute Money
  2. How One Point Linear Perspective Works
  3. Masaccio’s Holy Trinity

Then, please answereach of the following short answer questions using complete sentences:

  1. How does Masaccio employ one point-linear perspective in both The Holy Trinity and The Tribute Money?
  2. The figures outside the triumphal arch in The Holy Trinity are the wealth patrons of the fresco. This is one of the first times that a contemporary, non-biblical, person was represented inside a church. Do you think it is right churches to include wealth donors in their holy imagery? What might wealthy folks gain from representing themselves inside the church?

Q.3 :

Comparison Essay: Brunelleschi vs. Ghiberti

First watch the following videos:

  1. Ghiberti and Brunelleschi Sacrifice of Isaac Competition Panels (Links to an external site.)
  2. Brunelleschi’s Dome for the Duomo (Cathedral of Florence)

Then, use the comparison images to write a short essay comparing each artist’s The Sacrifice of Isaac, based on the following questions:

  1. Which of these two relief sculptures is more naturalistic. Describe specific elements that exhibit naturalism or lack thereof.
  2. Which of these two sculptures do feel conveys more emotional drama and excitement?
  3. Which of these two sculptures do you prefer, and why?

Q.4 :

Donatello’s Sculpture

First watch the following videos:

  1. Donatello’s Saint Mark
  2. Donatello’s David

Then, answer the following questions using complete sentences:

  1. Who comissioned Donatello’s St. Mark, outside the Orsanmichele buidling in Florence?
  2. What are some ways that Donatello’s St. Mark and David revive the classical tradition?
  3. Do you think that Donatello intended The David to be sensual and erotic? Why or why not?
  4. Where was The David displayed during the Renaissance?
  5. What did The David symbolize for the city of Florence?