Artists & Painters — Set 1
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Which Indian painter is famously known as the 'Father of Modern Indian Art' for blending Western and Indian styles?
Correct Answer: C. Raja Ravi Varma
Raja Ravi Varma was the first to use Western oil painting techniques to depict Indian mythological figures. He established a lithographic press to make his art accessible to the general public. His works significantly influenced the visual culture of the 19th and 20th centuries.
Which legendary artist painted the world-famous 'Mona Lisa' during the Italian Renaissance?
Correct Answer: C. Leonardo da Vinci
Leonardo da Vinci is celebrated as a polymath who excelled in both science and the arts. The Mona Lisa is renowned for the subject's elusive expression and the artist's use of sfumato. It is currently housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris.
The iconic painting 'Starry Night' was created by which post-impressionist painter?
Correct Answer: C. Vincent van Gogh
Vincent van Gogh painted this masterpiece while staying at an asylum in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. It is characterized by its swirling sky and vibrant use of blue and yellow colors. Although he sold very few paintings during his life, he is now considered one of the most influential artists.
Who is the primary artist associated with the 'Bengal School of Art', which promoted indigenous Indian styles?
Correct Answer: D. Abanindranath Tagore
Abanindranath Tagore sought to counter the influence of Western materialism by returning to traditional Indian techniques. He created the iconic 'Bharat Mata' painting during the Swadeshi movement. He was the nephew of the famous poet Rabindranath Tagore.
Which artist is known for co-founding the Cubist movement alongside Georges Braque?
Correct Answer: C. Pablo Picasso
Pablo Picasso revolutionized modern art by breaking down objects into geometric shapes and multiple viewpoints. His massive mural 'Guernica' is considered one of the most powerful anti-war paintings in history. He produced an estimated 50,000 works of art throughout his long career.
Which Indian painter was often referred to as the 'Picasso of India' due to his modern and bold style?
Correct Answer: C. M.F. Husain
Maqbool Fida Husain was a founding member of the Progressive Artists' Group in Bombay. He is particularly famous for his depictions of horses and various mythological themes. He received the Padma Vibhushan for his immense contribution to Indian art.
The famous mural on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel was painted by which Renaissance master?
Correct Answer: C. Michelangelo
Michelangelo spent four years painting the intricate scenes from the Book of Genesis on the chapel's ceiling. The 'Creation of Adam' is perhaps the most famous individual panel in this vast work. He was also a renowned sculptor, famous for creating the statue of David.
Which woman painter is considered a pioneer of modern Indian art, often comparing village life to European techniques?
Correct Answer: D. Amrita Sher-Gil
Amrita Sher-Gil had a unique heritage of Indian and Hungarian roots which shaped her artistic vision. She focused on the somber reality of the Indian people, moving away from idealized depictions. She is often called India's Frida Kahlo for her self-portraits and intense style.
The 'Persistence of Memory', featuring melting clocks, is a masterpiece of which surrealist artist?
Correct Answer: C. Salvador Dali
Salvador Dali used dream-like imagery and meticulous detail to challenge the viewer's perception of time and reality. He was a leading figure in the Surrealist movement of the 20th century. His eccentric personality was as famous as his highly imaginative artworks.
Which artist is famous for his 'Kalighat' inspired paintings and returning to rural Indian folk roots?
Correct Answer: D. Jamini Roy
Jamini Roy abandoned his Western training to adopt the simplified forms and bold colors of Bengal's folk art. He is one of the most significant modernists who valued the collective memory of rural craftsmen. He was honored with the Padma Bhushan in 1954.