Question

which painting shows the use of perspective? the nativity, duccio, 1311; the adoration of the magi, sandro botticelli, 1482; the nativity, unknown, ca. 1400

Explanation:

Perspective in art (like linear perspective) creates the illusion of depth and space. "The Adoration of the Magi" by Sandro Botticelli (1482) uses perspective: the architectural elements (columns, the wooden structure) and the arrangement of figures show a sense of depth, with elements receding into the background (e.g., the building, landscape). The other two paintings have flatter, more medieval - style compositions without clear perspective - based depth.

Answer:

The Adoration of the Magi, Sandro Botticelli, 1482