CLEP Western Civ II

Category - Absolutism-Constitutionalism

The paintings of the Dutch masters, such as Jan Vermeer and Rembrandt van Rijn, differed from other great works of the era because of their
  1. Use of historical themes.
  2. Focus of religious iconography.
  3. Depiction of significant royal events.
  4. Attention to the daily lives of citizens.
  5. Rejection of new techniques in perspective.
Explanation
Answer: D - The Dutch masters were known for their realistic portrayal of the daily lives of citizens, particularly the middle class. Whereas art in previous eras had focused on the elite, the Dutch masters found more commonplace subjects for their paintings. They were also distinguished by their use of proportion and perspective.
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