Baroque Architecture (Leaving Cert Art): Quizzes
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In which centuries did baroque architecture emerge as an influential architectural movement?
In which centuries did baroque architecture emerge as an influential architectural movement?
17th & 18th centuries
What does the term 'baroque' mean, referring to its Italian or Portuguese origins?
What does the term 'baroque' mean, referring to its Italian or Portuguese origins?
An irregularly shaped pearl
What historical event prompted the development of baroque architecture?
What historical event prompted the development of baroque architecture?
The Protestant Reformation
In which city did the baroque architectural movement begin?
In which city did the baroque architectural movement begin?
Rome
What is mannerism in baroque architecture?
What is mannerism in baroque architecture?
A departure from classical rules
What are frescoes in baroque architecture?
What are frescoes in baroque architecture?
Paintings on wet plaster
What does the French technique 'trompe l'oeil' mean?
What does the French technique 'trompe l'oeil' mean?
Deceives the eye
Which French architect was renowned for designing dramatic baroque entrance features?
Which French architect was renowned for designing dramatic baroque entrance features?
François Mansart
Which architect created Sant'Andrea al Quirinale, perfecting architecture-sculpture integration?
Which architect created Sant'Andrea al Quirinale, perfecting architecture-sculpture integration?
Gian Lorenzo Bernini
Who commissioned baroque architects to create palaces, expanding the style beyond churches?
Who commissioned baroque architects to create palaces, expanding the style beyond churches?
King Louis XIV
Which architectural movement did baroque eventually evolve into during the 18th century?
Which architectural movement did baroque eventually evolve into during the 18th century?
Rococo
What previous architectural style did baroque deliberately move away from?
What previous architectural style did baroque deliberately move away from?
Gothic
Where did Catholic Church leaders develop strategies during the Counter-Reformation?
Where did Catholic Church leaders develop strategies during the Counter-Reformation?
Council of Trent