AP Art History : Understanding terminology that describes Ancient Grecian and Roman sculpture

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for AP Art History

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Example Questions

Example Question #42 : Sculpture

A _____________ is a horizontal band used to divide and order pictorial space, especially in relief sculpture.

Possible Answers:

frame

pylon

register

picture plane

Correct answer:

register

Explanation:

A register divides the picture plane horizontally, often providing the ground line for figural decoration if it is present. Registers are used especially in relief sculpture to provide spatial order within the composition. A frame would refer to the elements that actually surround and close off the picture plane.

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