NIOS CLASS 10 PAINTING CHAPTER-6 IMPRESSIONISM

 

Chapter : 6

IMPRESSIONISM

INTEXT QUESTIONS 6.1

1. Who did paint the "Water Lilies".

Ans: The Water Lilies is a 1919 painting by impressionist Claude Monet, one of his Water Lilies series.

2. What is the style of Monet's technique?

Ans: Monet was one of the pioneering artists of impressionism. He was a leader of the group. Monet was a dedicated painter and was widely regarded for his enchanting flower-landscape.

3. What did Monet want to capture in his painting?

Ans: Monet was a dedicated painter and was widely regarded for his enchanting flower-landscape. His whole aim was to capture ever changing moods of nature.

4. What is the role of sky in his paintings?

Ans: The role of the sky in paintings can vary:

Impressionism

In Impressionist paintings, the sky is rarely absent. The sky's reflections are often painted in vibrant colors to add depth to the painting.

Symbolism

The sky can represent infinity, eternity, immortality, transcendence, or inspiration. It can also symbolize order in the universe.

Complementary role

A background sky can play a complementary role, making the rest of the painting stand out.

Religious events

Early paintings often used the sky as a backdrop to religious events.

INTEXT QUESTIONS 6.2

1. What is the name of the painter of Moulin de la Galette?

Ans: Auguste Renoir

Auguste Renoir (1841-1919) was a French Artist. He painted 'Moulin de la Galette'in 1876.

2. Mention the style of the painting Moulin de la Galette.

Ans: Moulin de la Galette is an early French impressionist painting by Pierre-Auguste Renoir. It's also known as Bal du moulin de la Galette or Dance at Le moulin de la Galette. The painting depicts a convivial scene of people mingling at the Moulin de la Galette, an outdoor dance hall in a working-class neighborhood.

The painting is considered to be one of Impressionism's most talked about masterpieces. It shows a richness of form, a fluidity of brush stroke, and a flickering, sun-dappled light.

3. What was his preference in choosing a theme?

Ans: Pierre-Auguste Renoir was a French Impressionist painter who preferred to paint sentimental and charming paintings. He was drawn to capturing the beauty, joy, and leisurely moments of life, often featuring people in social settings or enjoying outdoor activities. He is best known for his paintings of bustling Parisian modernity and leisure in the last three decades of the 19th century.

Renoir's preferences in choosing the themes of his paintings were primarily focused on:

·        Scenes of everyday life

·        Landscapes

·        Portraits

·        Group composition

·        Female model studies

4. What do his works show besides pleasant composition?

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INTEXT QUESTIONS 6.3

1. Why was Degas different from other impressionist painters?

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2. Which medium of colours did he prefer to use?

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3. Why did Degas make sculpture?

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4. When did he paint "Dance Class"?

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INTEXT QUESTIONS 6.4

1. What is Cezanne’s contribution to the development of ‘Cubism’?

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2. Write two important features of his painting “Still Life with Onions”.

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3. What is his style of painting?

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4. Why is he regarded as "Father of Cubism"?

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INTEXT QUESTIONS 6.5

1. What does carry most importance in Van Gogh's Painting?

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2. To which country he belonged?

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3. Mention some of his famous paintings.

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4. What does "Starry Night" convey?

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TERMINAL EXERCISES

1. What does Artistic movement Impressionism symbolises?

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2. Write a short note on the painting ‘Moulin de la Galette’.

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3. Explain Van Gogh's representation in the painting ‘Starry Night’.

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4. Describe the painting ‘Water Lilies’.

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5. Describe the painting "Starry Night" in few words.

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