Practice question · Multiple choice
Egyptian figures show the head in profile with a frontal eye and the torso frontal above legs in profile. Why compose a body from incompatible viewpoints?
Hints
- Ask which view shows a foot most recognisably. Then an eye.
- The composite is a choice, not a limitation.
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D. Because the aim was each part in its most complete aspect
Why
A composite view is a claim about knowledge rather than appearance. The same artists drew convincingly naturalistic animals, so the convention was chosen, not imposed by inability.
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