Exploring the Pendant Triptych

What is a pendant triptych?

• A small sculpture made of stone

• A type of painting with three panels

• A type of musical instrument

• A hanging object with three parts

What material was used for the microcarvings in the pendant triptych?

• Ivory

• Boxwood

• Marble

• Gold

Why is the pendant triptych considered a luxury object?

• It was a gift from the king

• It was made of rare metals

• It was used in royal ceremonies

• It was made of expensive materials like boxwood and feathers

What historical event influenced the creation of the pendant triptych?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Spanish conquest of Mexico

• The Renaissance

• The French Revolution

Which scene is depicted at the center of the triptych?

• The Baptism of Jesus

• The Last Supper

• The Crucifixion

• The Resurrection

What was the original cultural significance of feathers in Mesoamerica?

• They symbolized wealth

• They were associated with sacrifice

• They represented peace

• They were used for clothing

How did the use of feathers change after the Spanish conquest?

• They were no longer used in art

• They were used in Catholic artwork

• They were used for making weapons

• They were used for building houses

What does the combination of boxwood and featherwork in the pendant triptych represent?

• A conflict between two cultures

• A blend of different artistic techniques

• A traditional European art form

• A new form of music

Who might have created the microcarvings in the pendant triptych?

• A royal craftsman

• A known European artist

• An indigenous artist or a collaboration

• A famous sculptor

What does the pendant triptych illustrate about the 16th century?

• The isolation of cultures

• The decline of art

• The globalized world and cultural exchanges

• The rise of industrialization