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1. What are the artistic features of this vase?

-The scene ends with two shields and both scenes portray a similar mood (hope/freedom)
-Facial features are realistic; eyes are in profile.-Foreshortening is used, eg the dead Trojan at Neoptolemus's feet.-Attention to detail, eg the intricate design on Neoptolemus' armour.
-Anchises' age is shown by a stubby beard and walking stick.-The shield of the dead Trojan is shown in perspective.-The armed Greek soldier is contrasted with the unarmed, courageous Trojan woman.

-The vase is plain and lacks intricate designs or details.

-There are no symbolic elements or hidden meanings in the artwork.

-The figures on the vase are all facing directly forward, with no variation.

The correct answer highlights various artistic features that are present on the vase, such as the use of foreshortening, attention to detail, and the contrast between different characters. The incorrect answers fail to recognize the intricate details and symbolism present in the artwork.

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2. What is happening on this vase?

Heracles is peacefully farming in a field.

Aphrodite and Persephone are dancing joyfully.

Zeus and Poseidon are having a friendly conversation.

-Achilles and Memnon are fighting. We can see Achilles will win because his mother, Thetis, urges him on while Memnon's mother, Eos, watches in anguish. [side A]
-Achilles is about to kill Hector. [side B]

The vase depicts a scene from Greek mythology involving Achilles and Memnon, not any of the incorrect scenarios mentioned.

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The vase depicts a scene from Greek mythology involving Achilles and Memnon, not any of the incorrect scenarios mentioned.

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3. What are the artistic features of this vase?

-Achilles' 3/4 pose is mirrored by the back view of Memnon.-The drapery of Eos flows out, suggesting she is moving away.-The warriors are framed by their divine mothers.-Side A is symmetrical, forming a W shape.
-On side B, the interior view of the shield makes Achilles seem bulkier than Hector.
-Hector's body is curved and his shield is behind him to show he is falling backwards.
-Foreshortening is used.-The majority of the vase is black which draws attention to its elegant shape and to the figures on the neck.-Eos pulls her hair in grief, her arm is raised to Memnon.-Achilles' back leg is raised to show movement.-Apollo carries an arrow and appears to be waving goodbye to Hector, maybe to suggest both Achilles (and Hector's) fate.

The vase is predominantly white with minimal detail, making it difficult to identify any artistic features.

The vase features only one main figure, Achilles, without any other characters present.

The artistic style of the vase is abstract with no clear representation of human or animal figures.

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4. What are the characteristics of the Calyx Krater?

1) Kylix.2) Drinking wine.3) Exekias.4) White Ground.5) 530 - 500 BCE.6) 30cm.7) Religious symbols.

1) Amphora.2) Storage of grain.3) Apollodorus of Athens.4) Black Figure.5) 510 - 490 BCE.6) 45cm.7) Greek inscriptions.

1) Hydria.2) Carrying water.3) Euphronios.4) Archaic.5) 600 - 580 BCE.6) 70cm.7) Roman numerals.

1) Calyx Krater.
2) Mixing wine and water at symposiums.
3) Niobid Painter.
4) Red Figure.
5) 470 - 450 BCE.
6) 55cm.
7) None.

The Calyx Krater is a specific type of vase used for mixing wine and water at symposiums, it was painted by the Niobid Painter in the Red Figure style between 470 - 450 BCE. It measures 55cm in size and does not have any inscriptions.

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5. What scene is depicted on this vase?

The Last Supper

The Creation of Adam and Eve

The Battle of Troy

-Probably depicts Herakles' journey to the underworld to rescue Theseus or it could be the gathering of the Argonauts or the seven against Thebes [side A].-The God Apollo and his sister are killing the children of Queen Niobe because she bragged about having more children than them [side B].

The correct answer is a specific depiction from Greek mythology, while the incorrect answers are unrelated or from different cultural or religious narratives.

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The correct answer is a specific depiction from Greek mythology, while the incorrect answers are unrelated or from different cultural or religious narratives.

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6. 1) What shape is it?2) What is it for?3) Who painted it?4) What style is it?5) When was it made?6) How big is it?7) What inscriptions are there?

1) Plate.2) A serving dish for food.3) Michelangelo.4) Renaissance style.5) 1500s.6) 25cm.7) Abstract inscriptions.

1) Vase.2) A water container for animals.3) Da Vinci.4) Minimalist style.5) 1800s.6) 30cm.7) No inscriptions.

1) Urn.2) A container for ashes after cremation.3) Rembrandt.4) Baroque style.5) 1700s.6) 20cm.7) Religious inscriptions.

1) Pyxis.
2) A jewellery or cosmetics box for tombs.
3) The Penthesileia Painter.
4) White ground ware [and red figure].
5) 460 - 450 BCE.
6) 17cm.
7) Figures are unnamed but there are two "kalos" inscriptions.

The correct answers are based on the specific details provided in the question, such as the shape, purpose, artist, style, time period, size, and inscriptions. The incorrect answers were crafted to include plausible but incorrect information to test the knowledge of the respondent.

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7. What scene is depicted on this vase?

A group of people having a meal

A scene of a market with merchants selling goods

A battle between soldiers

-Paris is sitting on a rock talking to Hermes [side A]-The Goddesses are depicted.

The correct answer describes a specific scene involving Paris and Hermes, along with the presence of Goddesses. The incorrect answers do not accurately describe the scene depicted on the vase.

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The correct answer describes a specific scene involving Paris and Hermes, along with the presence of Goddesses. The incorrect answers do not accurately describe the scene depicted on the vase.

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8. What are some of the artistic features exhibited in this vase?

-The rock under Paris is the only shaded object, which shows its rugged shape.-A calm mood is conveyed through Paris' relaxed pose.-Foreshortening is used, eg Paris' leg.-Drapery does not reveal the form of the body but gives an illusion of 3D.

The vase is missing some paint on the bottom.

The vase is made of ceramics.

The vase is placed on a round table.

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9. What information can be provided about the Lekythos vase?

1) Lekythos.
2) Carrying oil and perfume at funerals.
3) The Achilles Painter.
4) White Ground Ware.
5) 450 - 440 BCE.
6) 38.4cm.
7) Kalos inscription in rectangular shape.

1) Amphora.2) Holding water in ancient baths.3) The Hermes Painter.4) Black Figure Ware.

1) Kylix.2) Drinking wine at symposiums.3) The Etruscan Painter.4) Red Figure Ware.

1) Oinochoe.2) Serving food in banquets.3) The Sappho Painter.4) Grey Ware.

The correct answers provide specific details regarding the shape, use, painter, style, date of creation, size, and inscriptions of the Lekythos vase.

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The correct answers provide specific details regarding the shape, use, painter, style, date of creation, size, and inscriptions of the Lekythos vase.

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10. What is happening in the scene depicted on this vase?

A soldier is fighting a dragon.

A gardener is watering the plants in the garden.

A magician is casting a spell on a group of people.

-A maid servant is giving her mistress a grey casket.

The correct answer is about the interaction between a maid servant and her mistress, which is evident in the depiction on the vase. The incorrect answers involve scenarios that are not depicted in the scene.

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11. What are the artistic features of this vase?

-Stopped meander border.-Profiles are much more realistic, including eyes. Figures appear severe, godlike and removed from the human world; like the sculptures of this period.

-The vase has a modern, abstract design.-The figures on the vase lack detail and appear cartoonish.-There are no unique artistic features apparent on the vase.

The correct answer highlights specific artistic features of the vase, while the incorrect answers provide contrasting or inaccurate information to test the understanding of the observer's analysis abilities.

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12. What is the shape of the object, who painted it, and when was it made?

Kylix / Epiktetos / 540-530 BCE

Krater / Euphronios / 520-510 BCE

Amphora / Exekias / 520-510 BCE

1) Hydria.
2) Carrying water.
3) Meidias Painter / Meidias.
4) Red Figure (Mannerist)
5) 410 - 400 BCE.
6) 52cm.

The correct answer is Hydria painted by Meidias in the time period of 410-400 BCE.

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The correct answer is Hydria painted by Meidias in the time period of 410-400 BCE.

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13. What scene is depicted on this vase?

A battle between Greek and Trojan warriors

-The abduction of the daughters of Leukippos, Phoebe and Hilaeira by Castor and Pollux from the sanctury of Aphrodite [upper frieze].-Herakles is going to take the golden apples from the garden of Hesperides (his 11th labour) [lower frieze].

A scene from the Odyssey where Odysseus encounters the Cyclops

The marriage of Zeus and Hera

The vase depicts specific scenes involving characters such as Leukippos, Castor, Pollux, and Herakles. The other options do not align with the details provided in the correct answer.

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The vase depicts specific scenes involving characters such as Leukippos, Castor, Pollux, and Herakles. The other options do not align with the details provided in the correct answer.

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14. What artistic features can be observed in this vase?

-The vase features bold and dynamic movements in its composition.

-The figures on the vase are depicted in a realistic and mundane manner.

-The vase incorporates bright colors and intricate patterns in its design.

-The composition is arranged over various levels because of the shape of the Hydria.-The lack of action draws attention to the delicacy and elegancy of the figures, especially in the lower frieze.-Women's dresses are thin and reveal the form beneath.-In the mannerist fashion, women are depicted as if they live in paradise.

The correct answer highlights the specific artistic features of the vase, such as the unique composition, delicacy of figures, and mannerist style. The incorrect answers provide contrasting characteristics that do not align with the actual artistic features described.

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