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What was something unique about Mantegna's figures?

  • They seemed stony

  • They were always smiling

  • They lacked detailed features

  • They were always clothed in blue

Answer

Andrea Mantegna's figures were unique because they seemed stony. This was due to his use of light and shade, as well as his use of perspective. Mantegna was a master of chiaroscuro, which is the use of light and dark to create contrast and depth. He also used linear perspective, which is the use of lines to create the illusion of depth.
Brushstrokes of Brilliance: The Artistic Vision of Andrea Mantegna

Brushstrokes of Brilliance: The Artistic Vision of Andrea Mantegna

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