(9.1 mApeh) MEDIEVAL ART

• What architectural styles dominated during the Medieval Art period?

  Gothic and Romanesque architecture
• How did art enhance religion and everyday life during the Medieval period?


  Through the construction of churches and cathedrals, and the use of stained glass windows
• What was the impact of Christianity's arrival in the Western world on art?


  It further emphasized the influence of art on religion and everyday life
• What are the two distinct ways Byzantine art differs from its Greek and Roman predecessors?


  It is based on Christianity and has an Eastern flavor in style and materials
• What was the primary belief reflected in Byzantine art?


  Belief in one god, one faith, and one tradition
• How is the style of Byzantine art characterized?


  By flatness and elaborate decoration rather than naturalistic interpretation
• What medium did Byzantine artists prefer for their artwork?


  Mosaic using small stones, tiles, or glass
• What was the intention behind Byzantine mosaics?


  To create symbolic, mystical art
• What architectural feature characterized Byzantine architecture?


  A dome
• What is a notable example of Byzantine architecture?

  Hagia Sophia
• How did Byzantine mosaic paintings depict human figures?


  Dehumanized and placed in abstract settings
• What are the key features of Byzantine art?


  • Pietistic painting or religious art
  • Somber or dark tones
  • No shadows
  • Flat, one-dimensional art without perspective
  • Front-facing figures
  • No realism in somber art
  • Long, narrow, solemn faces
  • Artists were religious house members
  • No sculptures due to idolatry
• What is the name of the devotional panel created by Byzantine artists?


  The Vladimi Madonna
• What continued to flourish even after the Byzantine Empire's collapse?


  Icon painting
• What is a small panel painting known as in Byzantine art?


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• What happened to Hagia Sophia by the seventh century?


  It was converted into a mosque by barbarian invaders
• When did Romanesque art emerge?


  Around 1050
• What are the characteristics of Romanesque art?


  Geometric masses, massive walls, and vaulted ceilings
• What was the dominant style in Europe from the 8th to 12th centuries?

  Romanesque art
• What architectural features are commonly found in Romanesque churches?


  Round arches and barrel vaults
• What does the barrel vault at St. Sernin in Toulouse exemplify in Romanesque architecture?


  Symmetry and geometric simplicity
• What are the characteristics of Romanesque structures?


  • Low, dark, heavy
  • Horizontal
  • Fortress-like
  • Mystic interior
  • Few decorations
  • No flying buttress
  • Round-headed arch