What characteristic should be considered the most when responding to a Cubist painting?

Question

A. use of geometric shapes to create an image.
B. use of shading and detail in an image.
C. use of realistic portrayal of the subject
D. use of appropriate proportions of the subject.

Answer 1

A. use of geometric shapes to create an image.

In Cubism, artists often deconstruct objects into geometric shapes and present multiple perspectives within a single composition. This characteristic is fundamental to understanding and responding to Cubist paintings.