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What is Mannerism?
Artistic style reacting against High Renaissance harmony, characterized by exaggeration, distortion, and complexity.
Define 'elongated figures' in Mannerism.
Figures stretched and extended beyond normal proportions, a key feature of Mannerist art.
What are 'complex compositions'?
Asymmetrical, chaotic arrangements with numerous figures, common in Mannerist paintings.
Define 'intense emotional expression' in Mannerism.
Figures depicted in extreme states of emotion, conveying drama and tension.
What is 'distortion of space'?
Creating a sense of unease by manipulating perspective, making objects appear unnatural or unsettling.
Define 'intellectual art'.
Art that contains hidden symbols and allegories, requiring interpretation and deeper understanding.
What is meant by 'departure from classical ideals'?
Rejection of balance and harmony in favor of artificiality and complexity.
Define 'exaggeration' in Mannerist art.
The act of representing something in an excessive manner to emphasize a particular quality or characteristic.
What are 'unusual color combinations'?
Using bright, contrasting colors that might clash, creating visual tension.
What is 'self-aware' art?
Art that acknowledges its own artificiality and stylistic choices, often through irony or exaggeration.
Who was Giorgio Vasari?
Mannerist painter, architect, and art historian, known for 'Lives of the Artists'.
Who was Tintoretto?
Venetian Mannerist painter known for dramatic compositions and use of light.
Who was Bronzino?
Florentine Mannerist painter known for his elegant portraiture.
Who was Pontormo?
Early Mannerist painter known for his emotional intensity and distorted figures.
What is Giorgio Vasari known for?
Known for writing 'Lives of the Most Excellent Painters, Sculptors, and Architects', which helped define Renaissance and Mannerist art.
What is Tintoretto known for?
Known for his dramatic use of perspective and chiaroscuro, creating dynamic and theatrical scenes.
What is Bronzino known for?
Known for his highly polished and idealized portraits of the Florentine elite.
What is Pontormo known for?
Known for his unsettling and emotionally charged compositions, often featuring elongated figures.
What did Giorgio Vasari contribute to art history?
He provided valuable biographical information on Renaissance and Mannerist artists, shaping our understanding of the period.
What did Tintoretto contribute to Mannerist style?
He pushed the boundaries of perspective and light, creating highly dramatic and energetic compositions.