Exploring the Gothic Sculpture of the Virgin Mary

What is the literal English translation of the French term used for the Gothic sculpture discussed?

• Opening Virgin

• Gothic Madonna

• Holy Mother

• Divine Sculpture

Where does the specific Gothic sculpture discussed originate from?

• Rhine Valley, Germany

• Vienna, Austria

• Paris, France

• Florence, Italy

How does the Gothic sculpture differ from Northern altarpieces?

• It is larger in size

• It is made of gold

• It is only used during Christmas

• It is in the form of the human body

What is missing from the 700-year-old sculpture discussed?

• Christ on the cross and the Holy Spirit

• The Virgin Mary and the Christ Child

• The Magi and the temple

• The goldfinch and the shepherds

What is the specific kind of image known as, which is depicted in the sculpture?

• Altar of Grace

• Pillar of Faith

• Seat of Wisdom

• Throne of Mercy

During the Gothic period, what role did the Virgin Mary play?

• A guardian of the church

• A symbol of wealth and power

• A pathway and intercessor to Christ and God

• A representation of earthly beauty

Where is Mary often depicted in Gothic churches?

• On the ceiling frescoes

• In the stained glass windows

• On the trumeau, at the doorway

• In the center of the altar

What does the Christ Child hold in the exterior image of the sculpture?

• A crown

• A book

• A scepter

• A small bird, probably a goldfinch

Which scene is depicted at the very bottom of the interior painted scenes?

• The Visitation

• The Nativity

• The Annunciation

• The Adoration of the Magi

What artistic detail is shared between the Virgin Mary and God the Father in the sculpture?

• A silver staff

• A blue robe

• A golden crown

• A zigzag pattern below the neckline