Rousseau & Layering in Art

What was Henri Rousseau famously known for?

• Abstract paintings

• Realistic portraits

• Naïve or Primitive art

• Cubism

In which country was Henri Rousseau born?

• France

• Italy

• Spain

• Germany

What was Henri Rousseau's profession before becoming a full-time artist?

• Lawyer

• School teacher

• Customs officer

• Baker

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Henri Rousseau's paintings?

• Use of bright, unrealistic colors

• Detailed urban landscapes

• Abstract forms and shapes

• Dreamlike, jungle scenes

How did Henri Rousseau learn to paint?

• He was mostly self-taught

• He attended a prestigious art school

• He was taught by another famous artist

• He learned from books only

What is the importance of layering in art, as seen in Rousseau's works?

• It helps to correct mistakes

• It adds depth and dimension

• It makes the painting waterproof

• It speeds up the drying process

Which of the following paintings is NOT by Henri Rousseau?

• The Sleeping Gypsy

• The Dream

• The Starry Night

• The Hungry Lion Throws Itself on the Antelope

Henri Rousseau claimed that his jungle scenes were inspired by:

• His travels to Africa

• His dreams and imagination

• The botanical gardens in Paris

• All of the above