Question

where is the image above located?
a. urbino cathedral
b. st. peters basilica
c. parma cathedral
d. chapel of titian

Explanation:

Identify the artwork shown in the image

The image displays a highly illusionistic dome fresco featuring a swirling vortex of clouds and figures ascending toward a bright, golden light at the center. This is the famous fresco Assumption of the Virgin painted by the Italian Renaissance artist Correggio.

Determine the location of the artwork

Correggio painted the Assumption of the Virgin on the dome of the Parma Cathedral (Duomo di Parma) in Parma, Italy, between 1526 and 1530.

Match with the multiple-choice options

Comparing the location to the given options:

• a. Urbino Cathedral
• b. St. Peter's basilica
• c. Parma Cathedral
• d. Chapel of Titian

The correct option is c.

Answer:

• a. Urbino Cathedral
• b. St. Peter's basilica
• c. Parma Cathedral (Correct answer)
• d. Chapel of Titian