Medieval Art Styles

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What are the three main periods of Medieval Art?
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The three main periods are Early Christian, Romanesque, and Gothic.
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What characterizes Romanesque architecture?
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Romanesque architecture is characterized by thick walls, rounded arches, sturdy piers, large towers, and decorative arcading.
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How did Gothic architecture differ from Romanesque?
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Gothic architecture used pointed arches, ribbed vaulting, and flying buttresses, allowing for larger windows and verticality.
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What is a key feature of Gothic stained glass?
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Gothic stained glass often depicted religious scenes and was used to educate the illiterate populace.
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What is a manuscript illumination?
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A manuscript illumination is a decoration, illustration, or embellishment of a manuscript.
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Name a famous Gothic cathedral.
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Notre-Dame de Paris is a renowned example of a Gothic cathedral.
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What influenced Early Christian art?
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Early Christian art was greatly influenced by Roman and Byzantine art traditions.
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What is significant about the tympanum in Romanesque churches?
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The tympanum, a semicircular decorative space above church doors, often depicted biblical scenes.
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What societal changes influenced Gothic art?
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The rise of cities, universities, and cathedrals influenced Gothic art's development, emphasizing education and the divine.
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Who were key patrons of medieval art?
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The Church and royalty were the key patrons of medieval art.
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What was the purpose of religious icons in Byzantine art?
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Icons served as devotional objects and played a central role in worshipping practices.
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How did medieval art reflect the cultural values of the time?
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Medieval art largely focused on religious themes reflecting the era's pervasive spirituality and social hierarchy.
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What material was commonly used for creating illuminated manuscripts?
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Parchment, made from animal skin, was commonly used.
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What was the role of monasteries in medieval art production?
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Monasteries were centers of art production, particularly for illuminated manuscripts.
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What are gargoyles, and what purpose did they serve?
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Gargoyles are stone carvings on Gothic buildings, often functional as water spouts to direct rainwater away.
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