Question

the tomb of rudolf of swabia, shown below, is an example of a _______

a. bronze tomb effigy
b. gold tomb effigy
c. bronzed mummy
d. none of the above

Explanation:

Identify the artwork and its medium

The image shows the tomb slab of Rudolf of Swabia (located in Merseburg Cathedral, dating to around 1080). This historical monument is famous as the oldest surviving bronze tomb effigy in Central Europe.

Match with the given options

The slab is cast in bronze and depicts a relief figure (effigy) of the deceased king. Therefore, it is classified as a bronze tomb effigy, which corresponds to option (a).

Answer:

• a. bronze tomb effigy (Correct answer)
• b. gold tomb effigy
• c. bronzed mummy
• d. none of the above