What type of relief did Donatello develop?
Deep relief
Very shallow bas-relief
Circular relief
High relief
Answer
Very shallow bas-relief, developed by Donatello, is a technique in sculpture where the figures are carved in very low relief, creating a subtle three-dimensional effect. This technique allows for a greater sense of depth and realism than traditional bas-relief, while still maintaining the flatness of the surface. Donatello's use of very shallow bas-relief can be seen in works such as his "Madonna of the Clouds" and "St.
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