Question

What were the main differences between French and English Baroque painting?
a.
English Baroque painting had a strong Italian Baroque influence, not seen as much in French painting.
b.
French Baroque painting had a strong Italian Baroque influence, not seen as much in English painting.
c.
English Baroque painting displayed high contrast of light and shadow.
d.
English Baroque painting had a strong Dutch Baroque influence, not seen as much in French painting.

Answer 1

The main differences between French and English Baroque painting can be summarized as follows:

b. French Baroque painting had a strong Italian Baroque influence, not seen as much in English painting.

While both English and French Baroque paintings were influenced by the overarching Baroque style, French artists were significantly impacted by Italian Baroque techniques, particularly in the use of dramatic expression and grandeur. In contrast, English Baroque art was more influenced by Dutch painting and tended to focus on portraiture and less on the dramatic theatricality associated with the Italian style.

Therefore, option **b** is the correct answer.