1. David’s Napoleon Crossing the Saint-Bernard treated contemporary history as :
a. a documentary b. Grand Manner
c. Grand Salon d. neutral
i believe it is grand salon, as after this painting most were rejected due to standards.
2. Francisco Goya was a romantic painter from:
a. France b. England
c. Portugal d. Spain
this has to be spain. they compare his work to that of velazquez. and he was a spanish painter in the same era!
This site gives an analysis of this painting.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Napoleon_Crossing_the_Alps
Yes, Goya was Spanish
1. The correct answer to the first question is actually "b. Grand Manner." David's painting "Napoleon Crossing the Saint-Bernard" is an example of the Grand Manner, a style that emphasizes grandeur, heroic figures, and idealization. The painting was not intended as a documentary but rather as a portrayal of Napoleon in a heroic and triumphant light. Although many of David's contemporaries rejected this painting due to its departure from traditional artistic standards, it is not directly related to the concept of a Grand Salon.
To arrive at the correct answer, it is important to understand the characteristics of the Grand Manner style and to have background knowledge about David's artistic intentions and the reception of his work during that time.
2. You are correct, Francisco Goya was indeed from Spain. The correct answer is "d. Spain." Goya is considered one of the most important Spanish painters, particularly known for his portraits and his critical observations of the society and politics of his time. His work is often compared to that of another Spanish master, Velázquez, due to their similar handling of light and shadow, as well as their impact on the development of Spanish art.
To find the right answer, it is helpful to be familiar with Goya's nationality and artistic contributions, as well as the historical context of the time period in which he lived and worked.