- The Starry Night (1889) by Vincent Van Gogh is an example of Post-Impressionism.
a. Name 2 characteristics of Post-Impressionist art seen in this painting
b. In this painting we can see examples of Expressionism and Symbolism. Explain these terms in relation to
the painting.
- The Oath of the Horatii (1784) by Jacques Louis David is an example of Neoclassical Art.
a. Name 2 ways in which this painting refers to the Classical (Ancient Greek and Roman) period.
b. How can this painting be related to political events in France in 1789?
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a. Name three characteristics of Impressionist painting seen in this work.
b. How was the approach to making Impressionist paintings different from traditional approaches to making art
previous to this era. - The Raft of the Medusa (1818-1819) by Theodore Gericault is an example of Romanticism.
a. Explain the term Romanticism and state how this painting is reflective of Romanticism’s themes and
concerns.
b. From where did the painter derive the appearance and composition of this major work? - The Calling of St. Matthew (1597-1601) by Caravaggio is a painting from the Baroque period.
a. Discuss the term Baroque and name three characteristics of Baroque art seen in this painting.
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