Early Medieval West (Week 7)
Early Medieval West / Carolingian
Early Medieval Islamic
Romanesque (week 9)
Romanesque (Week 10)
100
What are 3 characteristics of Early Medieval West art?
Abstract patterns, Decorative patterns, Polychrome stones, gems, “Dynamic Linear” movement: spirals, interlace, Zoomorphic
100
What is Dynamic Linearism? Give an example of a work of art that reflects this.
Dynamic Linearism is a style in artwork that exhibits dynamic lines, swirls, and interlaces.
Examples: Carpet Page with a Cross (Lindisfarne Gospels), Saint Mark (Gospel Book of Ebbo)
100
What is the role of an Abbot?
A. The leader of an Abbey or leader of monks
B. He is the head architect of the Mosques
C. Leader of pilgrimages
100
What is the shape of the Santiago de Compostela?
Crucifix
100
This pilgrimage church was the starting point for two crusades.
St. Madeleine
200
What is Cloisonné?
patterns/cavities formed by fusing thin metal wire to a metal backing, then filling spaces with precious stones, jewels, glass, glass paste or enamel, then fired in kiln to make it shine like a jewel/jewels.
200
What is westwork and what historical period does it fall under?
Westwork is a Carolingian architectural style that refers to the iconic facade and towers, emphasizing the vertical.
Examples: Palatine Chapel at Aachen (Germany), Abbey Church (Germany)
200
What are some characteristics of Islamic monuments and what are these two Islamic monuments?
Characteristics are aniconic art, inspired by Byzantine, Hypostyle Halls, Mosques. Two monuments are the Great Mosque of Damascus and Dome of the Rock.
200
Label the Buttressing, the Piers, and the Bay
200
What is a "trumeau"?
A pillar or post located to either side of a church portal.
300
What is Heraldic Symbolism?
a symbol or emblem used to represent a seal, family, country
300
What are the three most famous artworks that reside inside the Lindisfarne Gospels?
Page of Saint Matthew, Cross Carpet Page of John, Carpet Page with a Cross (following Matthew's Portrait)
300
What was the reason for a rise in Islamic architecture?
The death of Muhammed & Umayyad Dynasty
300
In the Santiago de Compostela, what is the curved wall behind the altar called?
the Coro
300
What is the name of this work and what was its purpose?
Portrait of Abbot Durandus
400
List the names of TWO pieces using Polychrome/Gem style
Eagle-shaped fibulae, Votive Crown of Recceswinth
400
What are the names of all four Insular Manuscripts of the British Isles?
Book of Durrow
Echternach Gospels
Lindisfarne Gospels
Book of Kells
400
Which of the following is not a definition of Islamic Art?
A. Mosaics
B. Geometric Interlace
C. Hypostyle
400
What sets the interior of the Santiago de Compostela apart from the earliest Romanesque churches?
More interior design, smoother, more colorful, larger, second story, dome
400
What is the name of this Romanesque work and which historical event is it associated with?
Work: Bayeux Tapestry
Historical event: The Battle of Hastings
500
Name the Style and elements of the Golden Buckle and name one animal found in the interlace
Geometric interlace, Interlacing animal style, Amulet to hold a relic, Serpent/bird depicted
500
The “Rule of Saint Benedict” is a book of precepts written in 516 by Benedict of Nursia for monks living communally. These rules were made a requirement by Charlemagne for monastic life. What were they?
Vows of obedience, humility, poverty, chastity, charity, patience
To speak only when spoken to
Take confession
Perform the divine Office
Communal, private prayer, spiritual reading, manual labor
500
What are some traits among the interior shown here?
500
Out of the four styles that the Romanesque is influenced by, name three.
Byzantine, Classical/Roman, Medieval West, Islamic
500
Describe Plaque Style.
Relatively flat
Static
Closed contours
Figures squeezed within confines of frame