Art 9 Lab Questions
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UNIT 9 LAB QUESTIONS
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Directions: Watch the video from the beginning through 7:11.
- Explain why the collection of Rembrandt paintings at the North Carolina Museum of Art is significant and describe its focus.
- Explain who Valentiner was and why he found collecting Rembrandt pieces to be controversial.
- Discuss what Jon Syedl explains the current Museum exhibition will hopefully do for visitors.
Antiques Roadshow: 1654 First State Rembrandt Etching
(alternative link if that doesnt work https://www.pbs.org/video/antiques-roadshow-apprai… or look up Antiques Roadshow: Appraisal 1654 first state rembrandt etching)
1. What does Weyman see in the plate and how does it help him confirm who created the etching?
2. What is a state? Discuss how Weyman knows the state of this particular etching.
3. Explain why the watermark that Weyman was able to see is significant.
’The perfect line’: How Rembrandt made some of his greatest works
- What medium was Rembrandt renowned for? How did Rembrandt perfect this medium?
- What tools are used for etching?
- Describe Rembrandt’s “Old Bearded Man” and “Self-Portrait with Saskia.”
- When did Rembrandt create his etchings?
