Art History Overview

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What does art history examine?

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Art history examines the visual arts and their relationship to culture, society, and history.

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What sources do art historians use?

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Art historians utilize a variety of sources, including artworks, historical documents, and scholarly writings.

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How has art history evolved?

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Art history has evolved as a discipline, with different approaches and methodologies emerging over time.

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What is 'Line' in art?

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Line is the fundamental element used to define the boundaries of shapes and forms.

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What are 'Shape and Form' in art?

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Shape and Form refer to the two-dimensional and three-dimensional qualities of an artwork.

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What is 'Perspective' in art?

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Perspective is the technique used to create the illusion of depth and space on a two-dimensional surface.

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What does 'Color' refer to in art?

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Color refers to the hue, value, and intensity of pigments used in an artwork.

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What is 'Texture' in art?

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Texture is the surface quality of an artwork, either actual or implied.

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What is 'Composition' in art?

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Composition is the arrangement and organization of the elements within an artwork.

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What is 'Drawing' in art?

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Drawing is the process of creating images using dry media, such as pencils, charcoal, or pens.