Topic 4 Formal elements in sculpture 1 Flashcards
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What did Renaissance emerge out of?
The Middle Ages.
What is the Renaissance generally regarded as?
A revival or ‘rebirth’ of classical culture including literature, philosophy and the visual arts, alongside an interest in the natural world and the contribution of individuals to cultural, scientific, political and economic developments.
What did Renaissance artists revive?
Classical subject matter such as stories from mythology.
What did Renaissance relief sculptors do?
Developed new techniques but also revived old techniques to create a new style.
What is a Rilievo schiacciato?
(flattened relief) which is in effect lines drawn on the surface with just the merest projection (the flatness/sticking out less).
Who are Apostles?
Jesus’ followers.
What does Naturalistic mean?
Looks close to nature/realistic.
What does Renaissance mean?
Rebirth of Ancient Greek and Roman culture.
What does Classical refer to?
The culture of ancient Greece and Rome, the period of c480-323 BCE because they were both very important in that time. Especially Greece (and Athens which is in Greece).
What is Contrapposto?
One part of the body turning away from the other, usually meaning shoulders & hips twisting in opposite directions.
What is the Golden section?
A perfect proportional ratio used in art and architecture.
Describe the Classical style:
- A geographical concept (based in Greece and Rome).
- A historical concept (the period c. 480 BCE–400 CE).
- An apogee of European taste.
Which of the following are features of the Classical figure?
- Well-defined musculature.
- Combination of naturalism and idealisation.
- Anatomical correctness.
- Harmonious and balanced forms and features.
Classical style doc
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WF-ouMRIfffi_3Inma27oAnCllsizHB0nDfQdluBPiE/edit
Medieval period, or Middle Ages, ran from…
c.1000–1400 CE
Before the Medieval period/Middle Ages, what was there very few of and why?
Early Christian figurative sculptures - fear worshippers might be reminded of the pagan gods of ancient Greece and Rome.
Where were Medieval sculptures often located?
Architectural settings.
When sculpture re-emerged, sculptors rejected the formal features associated with what?
Classicism.
What is Undercutting?
Cutting away material behind or underneath the form to release it from the background. This allows the sculptor to make it look as if the surfaces/lines continue around the back of the form. It also creates deeper shadows, which can be used to dramatic effect.
