The Arnolfini Marriage by Jan Van Eyck,  1395-1441

1.  What was the birthplace of Jan Van Eyck?  ________________________________

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2.   For hundreds of years, he was called the "___________________ of Painters".

3.  What painting technique did Van Eyck perfect?   ____________________________

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4.  Name two reasons why Giovanni Arnolfini hired Jan Van Eyck to paint the picture.

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5.   Look at the link, "Details of the Painting"  and answer the following questions.

      What does the animal in the painting symbolize?  ___________________________

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      What do you see reflected in the round mirror?  ____________________________

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           Where do you see the signature of the artist?  ______________________________

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6.  The picture was painted in 1434.  How old is the painting now?  _________________

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7.   Imagine that you are  having your portrait painted.  How would that be different from

      having a photograph taken? ___________________________________________

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