Question

The Old Violin
by William Michael Harnett

Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington

Question
Emphasis was created by
(1 point)
Responses

using similar colors throughout.
using similar colors throughout.

creating a white square behind the violin.
creating a white square behind the violin.

using only organic shapes in the painting.
using only organic shapes in the painting.

creating a radial design with lines coming from the violin.
creating a radial design with lines coming from the violin.

Answer 1

The emphasis in "The Old Violin" by William Michael Harnett is primarily created by **creating a white square behind the violin**. This contrast helps the violin stand out as the focal point of the painting.