Question
Your teacher has asked you to show a painting that demonstrates the use of many Baroque characteristics, including the depiction of a scene in the midst of action, an asymmetrical arrangement of figures, and a strong sense of drama and emotion. What painting would BEST illustrate all of these techniques?
(1 point)
Responses
The Raising of the Cross
The Raising of the Cross
Liberty Leading the People
Liberty Leading the People
The Raft of the Medusa
The Raft of the Medusa
The Third of May, 1808
(1 point)
Responses
The Raising of the Cross
The Raising of the Cross
Liberty Leading the People
Liberty Leading the People
The Raft of the Medusa
The Raft of the Medusa
The Third of May, 1808
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The painting that would best illustrate the use of many Baroque characteristics, including the depiction of a scene in the midst of action, an asymmetrical arrangement of figures, and a strong sense of drama and emotion, is **The Raising of the Cross**. This painting, created by Peter Paul Rubens, exemplifies dynamic movement, emotional intensity, and dramatic lighting, all hallmarks of the Baroque style.