DSST Art of the Western World Exam Prep

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What is a sculpture or painting that depicts a crucified Christ lying across the lap of a grieving Mary?

  1. Chevet
  2. Pietà
  3. Moralized Bible
  4. Clerestory
Explanation

Answer - B - A pietà is a sculpture or painting that depicts a crucified Christ lying across the lap of a grieving Mary.

Key Takeaway: The Pietà is a subject in Christian art that depicts the Virgin Mary cradling the dead body of Jesus (usually as a child) and is most often found in sculpture.

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