Question

Question 27 (Essay Worth 10 points) How does the Gothic relief sculpture, Adoration of the Magi, reflect another culture's influence? Be sure to identify the culture that is reflected in the Gothic relief sculpture and how the sculpture represents the influence.

Answer 1

Gothic art and architecture was developed in the Gothic period during mid 12th century. The Gothic style is influenced by a number of cultures including Romanesque, Byzantine and Middle Eastern cultures. Primary media used in Gothic architecture is sculpture, panel painting, illuminated manuscript, stained glass fresco. The earliest Gothic art was monumental sculptures which were used to decorate facades of buildings.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Shrine of the three kings created by Nicholas of Verdun was traditionally believed as the remains of three Magi or Three wise men. The shrine is ornamented with gemstones, sculptures and enamels. A total of 74 high relief figures and Prophetic images were decorated in the shrine. The images of the Adoration of the Magi, Mary enthroned with the infant Jesus, and the baptism of Christ are also present. All these images and sculptures reveal the resemblance of Gothic period with classical religious references.

Answer 2

The composition of the Adoration of the Magi draws heavily on the earlier works of Northern artist Rogier van der Weyden. There are many similarities between Leonardo's work and van der Weyden's Entombment of Christ such as the somewhat elevated viewpoint, space retreating into the distance, high horizon and positioning of the central group.