Question

a form or technique of sculpture where by the image is carved into a flat surface is technically known by artists as a ____________.
a. relief sculpture \t\t\t\t c. high relief
b. sunken relief \t\t\t\t d. bas relief

please select the best answer from the choices provided

○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A (relief sculpture): A general term for sculptures where the design is on a flat surface, but the question specifies "carved into" (sunken).
• Option B (sunken relief): This technique involves carving the image into the flat surface (recessed from the surface), matching the description.
• Option C (high relief): The sculpted elements project significantly from the surface, not carved into it.
• Option D (bas relief): Sculpted elements project slightly, also not carved into the surface.

Answer:

B. sunken relief