art 9 lab questions
UNIT 9 LAB QUESTIONS
NC Now
Directions: Watch the video from the beginning through 7:11.
- Explain why the collection of Rembrandt paintings at the North Carolina Museum of Art is significant and describe its focus.
- Explain who Valentiner was and why he found collecting Rembrandt pieces to be controversial.
- Discuss what Jon Syedl explains the current Museum exhibition will hopefully do for visitors.
Antiques Roadshow: 1654 First State Rembrandt Etching
- What does Weyman see in the plate and how does it help him confirm who created the etching?
- What is a state? Discuss how Weyman knows the state of this particular etching.
- Explain why the watermark that Weyman was able to see is significant.
’The perfect line’: How Rembrandt made some of his greatest works
- What medium was Rembrandt renowned for? How did Rembrandt perfect this medium?
- What tools are used for etching?
- Describe Rembrandt’s “Old Bearded Man” and “Self-Portrait with Saskia.”
- When did Rembrandt create his etchings?
TABLE Grading Rubric
| Full credit | Partial Credit | No credit | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NC Now (30%) |
Student gives complete, accurate answers that demonstrate an understanding of the North Carolina Museum of Art’s Rembrandt exhibit. |
Student’s answers are not complete or contain incorrect information; or, not all questions are answered. |
Student does not provide answers to any of the questions. |
| Antiques Roadshow (30%) |
Student gives complete, accurate answers that describe how Weyman authenticated the Rembrandt etching. |
Student’s answers are not complete or contain incorrect information; or, not all questions are answered. |
Student does not provide answers to any of the questions. |
| ‘The Perfect Line’ (30%) |
Student gives complete, accurate answers that describe Rembrandt’s methods and artwork. |
Student’s answers are not complete or contain incorrect information; or, not all questions are answered. |
Student does not provide answers to any of the questions. |
| Grammar and mechanics (10%) |
Student demonstrates command of standard English conventions, such as capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. |
Student has minor conventional flaws in writing, but they do not impede overall understanding. |
Student’s writing has many grammatical or mechanical flaws which impede communication. |
