Art History 115 Midterm Quiz

The correct answer is 'Venus of Willendorf', which is a famous paleolithic figurine representing a woman, not the Mona Lisa, Colosseum, or Stonehenge, which are unrelated to this artifact.

The Hall of the Bulls is located in Lascaux, France, and dates back to around 15,000 BCE. It is known for its ancient frescoes depicting bulls and other animals.

The Votive Statuettes found in Tell Asmar, Iraq are believed to depict worshipers with large eyes and clasped hands, representing individuals engaged in prayer or worship.

The Ziggurat in Ur, Iraq, dates back to around 2100 BCE, making it an ancient structure from the ancient Mesopotamian civilization. The other options provided are either too recent or too distant to match the timeline of the Ziggurat's construction.

The correct answer refers to the Terracotta Army, also known as the Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses, which is a collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the First Emperor of China. The incorrect answers provided are not the specific name of this renowned archaeological discovery.

The Great Pyramids are located in Gizeh, Egypt and were constructed around 2500 BCE. The other options provided are incorrect as they refer to different locations and time periods.

The sculpture known as Khafre enthroned is a depiction of the ancient Egyptian pharaoh Khafre, who ruled during the Old Kingdom period.

The Kouros from Attica is currently located in New York and is made of marble. The incorrect answers provided have different locations and materials which do not correspond to the actual details of the Kouros statue.

The correct answer is Kritios, as the sculpture is named after him. Phidias, Polykleitos, and Praxiteles were all famous ancient Greek sculptors, but they did not create the Kritios Boy sculpture.

The correct answer attributes the sculpture to Zeus and mentions the time period of c. 460 BCE when it was created. Zeus from Artemision is a famous ancient Greek sculpture depicting the god Zeus. The incorrect answers provide alternative attributions and time periods for the sculpture, showcasing the importance of accurately identifying the artist and time period in art history.

Myron was a famous ancient Greek sculptor known for creating the Discus Thrower, also known as Discobolus. The other options are works by different artists and not associated with Myron.

Polykleitos was the Greek sculptor who created the 'Spear Bearer' sculpture, not Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, or Pablo Picasso. The sculpture is estimated to have been created around 440 BCE, not in the 15th or 20th centuries.

The correct architects of The Parthenon were Iktinos and Kallikrates, and it was constructed between 447-438 BCE using marble. The other options are incorrect as they refer to different artists, time periods, and building materials.

The Stele of Hegeso is made of marble and dates back to around 400 BCE. It is a funerary monument found in the Dipylon cemetery in Athens, Greece.

The correct answer is Praxiteles, who created the original Aphrodite of Cnidos sculpture around 350 BCE. While artists like Michelangelo, Rodin, and Donatello are renowned sculptors, they did not create this specific sculpture.

The correct answer is The Suicide of Vercingetorix, referring to the Gallic chieftain who resisted Roman expansion in Gaul. This event symbolized his defiance and refusal to surrender to the Romans.

The correct title of the artwork is Dying Gaul, and it is a Roman marble copy created after the original sculpture from Pergamon around 220 BCE. The incorrect answers provided are different in title, origin, and time period, ultimately leading to the correct answer standing out.

The Great Stupa in Sanchi, India, is a significant Buddhist monument known for its architectural beauty and historical importance in representing ancient Indian craftsmanship and religious artistry.

The East Torana/gateway in Sanchi, India is adorned with the iconic Yakshi sculptures, which are female nature spirits in Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist mythology.

The correct location of the Seated Buddha with attendants is in Mathura, India, dating back to the 2nd century CE. Mathura has been an important center for Buddhism in ancient India.

The Temple of Portunas is located in Rome, Italy, and was built around 75 BCE. It is made of stuccoed limestone, not marble, sandstone, or brick. The specific materials and location are important details in identifying this ancient temple.

Pont de Gard is known for its engineering marvel of being an aqueduct bridge that supplied water to the ancient city of Nimes, showcasing the advanced Roman technology and infrastructure of the time.

The Colosseum in Rome, completed in 80 CE, is a famous ancient structure known for its innovative use of stone and concrete in its construction.

The Pantheon in Rome is a well-preserved ancient Roman temple, constructed in 125 CE by Emperor Hadrian. It is known for its iconic dome and use of brick, marble, and concrete in its construction.

The Augustus of Primaporta is a statue of Augustus Caesar found in Primaporta, Italy, and it is made of painted marble. The sculpture is a prime example of Imperial Roman art.

The correct answer is Septimius Severus. He was a Roman Emperor who ruled from 193 to 211 CE, known for his military campaigns and family-centric rule. The painted portrait depicts him with his family around the year 200 CE.

The correct answer combines the name of the altar, its location, the material it was made of, and the timeframe in which it was created.

The Arch of Titus in Rome was constructed after 81 CE to commemorate the Roman Emperor Titus's victories, including the Siege of Jerusalem.

The painted ceiling in the catacomb of SS Peter and Marcellinus in Rome from the early 4th century CE features a fresco of the Good Shepherd, Jonah, and orants, not a depiction of the Last Supper, a scene from the Trojan War, or a portrait of Julius Caesar.