Question

what were the main differences between french and english baroque painting?
a. english baroque painting had a strong italian baroque influence, not seen as much in french painting.
b. french baroque painting had a strong italian baroque influence, not seen as much in english painting.
c. english baroque painting displayed high contrast of light and shadow.
d. english baroque painting had a strong dutch baroque influence, not seen as much in french painting.

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Analyze French Baroque painting influences

French Baroque painting, led by artists like Nicolas Poussin and Charles Le Brun, was heavily influenced by Italian classical models and the Italian Baroque style, emphasizing order, clarity, and classical grandiosity under royal patronage.

Analyze English Baroque painting influences

English Baroque painting was heavily influenced by Flemish and Dutch masters (such as Anthony van Dyck and Peter Lely) who worked extensively in England, rather than direct Italian Baroque models.

Evaluate the given options

Option (b) correctly states that French Baroque painting had a strong Italian Baroque influence, which was not seen as much in English painting.

Answer:

• a. English Baroque painting had a strong Italian Baroque influence, not seen as much in French painting.
• b. French Baroque painting had a strong Italian Baroque influence, not seen as much in English painting. (Correct answer)
• c. English Baroque painting displayed high contrast of light and shadow.
• d. English Baroque painting had a strong Dutch Baroque influence, not seen as much in French painting.