Question
The King of France, King Francis the First, from 1515 to 1547 by Jean Clouet.
Why was the king in the above image painted?
a.
Because he was the king and wanted to be honored.
b.
The artist wanted to impress the king.
c.
He was the greatest French patron of Italian Renaissance art.
Why was the king in the above image painted?
a.
Because he was the king and wanted to be honored.
b.
The artist wanted to impress the king.
c.
He was the greatest French patron of Italian Renaissance art.
Answers
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The most accurate answer would be:
c. He was the greatest French patron of Italian Renaissance art.
King Francis I was known for his patronage of the arts and his efforts to bring Italian Renaissance influences to France, making him a significant figure in the promotion of art during his reign.
c. He was the greatest French patron of Italian Renaissance art.
King Francis I was known for his patronage of the arts and his efforts to bring Italian Renaissance influences to France, making him a significant figure in the promotion of art during his reign.