2.5 Etruscan and Roman Art

• Etruscan art is characterized by vibrant colors, lifelike figures, and the use of terracotta
• What type of scenes did Etruscan art often portray instead of idealized forms?

  Daily life, funerary practices
• Etruscan art uses more muted tones compared to Greek art.

  False
• Match the subject matter with its corresponding art style:

  Funerary practices ↔️ Etruscan

  Idealized human forms ↔️ Greek
• Etruscan art commonly uses terracotta and bronze
• Which artistic style is characterized by being expressive and lively in Etruscan art?

  Expressive and lively
• Greek art influenced Etruscan architecture through elements such as columns and pediments
• Etruscan sculpture focused on idealized figures like Greek kouros and kore.

  False
• What technique did Etruscan painting adopt from the Greeks, but with a focus on vibrant colors and daily life scenes?

  Fresco
• Etruscan sculpture often depicted realistic portraits of individuals
• Etruscan painting used muted tones in daily life scenes.

  False
• What insight do Etruscan tomb paintings and sculpture provide into Etruscan culture?

  Funerary practices, cultural values
• Etruscan tomb paintings often depicted scenes of banquets, dances, and daily life, focusing on the afterlife
• Etruscan sarcophagi often portrayed figures in rigid, formal poses.

  False
• What is a key difference between Etruscan tomb art and Greek art in terms of subject matter?

  Etruscan focuses on daily life
• Etruscan tomb paintings often depicted scenes of banquets and dances, showcasing vibrant colors
• Match the characteristic with its corresponding artistic tradition:

  Realistic portraits ↔️ Etruscan

  Idealized human forms ↔️ Greek
• Etruscan tomb sculpture commonly featured figures in relaxed poses.
• What type of scenes did Etruscan tomb paintings often depict?

  Daily life, banquets, dances
• Etruscan sarcophagi often featured lifelike figures in relaxed poses.
• Etruscan tomb art used a vibrant, rich color palette.
• What were common subjects in Etruscan tomb art?

  Daily life, funerary practices
• The style of Etruscan tomb art is often described as expressive and lively.
• The Tomb of the Leopards in Tarquinia showcases frescoes of banquet scenes.
• What was the primary purpose of Republican art?

  Historical documentation
• Republican sculpture focused on realistic portraiture.
• Imperial art used lavish materials like marble to showcase power.
• What material was commonly used in Etruscan sculptures and sarcophagi?

  Terracotta
• Etruscan art often depicted scenes of religious mythology.
• Etruscan art is characterized by its vibrant colors, lifelike figures, and use of terracotta
• Etruscan art often depicts scenes of daily life, funerary practices, and religious mythology.
• Match the art characteristic with its description:

  Color Palette ↔️ Vibrant, rich colors in Etruscan art

  Subject Matter ↔️ Scenes of daily life in Etruscan art

  Material ↔️ Terracotta used in Etruscan sculptures

  Style ↔️ Expressive and lively in Etruscan art
• Greek art influenced Etruscan architecture with elements such as columns and pediments
• Greek kouros and kore figures inspired Etruscan artists to create naturalistic portraits.
• Etruscan painting utilized Greek fresco techniques but emphasized vibrant colors and scenes of daily life
• Etruscan tomb paintings often depicted scenes of daily life, banquets, and dances
• Etruscan sarcophagi often portrayed couples in relaxed poses.
• Etruscan tomb sculpture featured lifelike figures in relaxed poses.lifelike
• Etruscan tomb paintings often depicted scenes of daily life, banquets, and dances.
• What type of figures did Etruscan sculptures often portray?

  Couples or individuals