Human Couples and Symbolism – Van Eyck Response
Human Couples and Symbolism – Van Eyck Response
Van Eyck, The Arnolfini Portrait (Links to an external site.)
Watch the above video by SmartHistory on Jan Van Eyck’s Arnolfini Portrait and write a 2 paragraph summary discussing the symbolism (iconography) used to convey this couple. Identify and discuss at least three symbols in the work. What ideas and/or meaning is conveyed through the use of these symbols in the work? How does this relate to reproduction and sexuality?
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Rubric
Van Eyck Response Rubric
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSymbolic (iconographic) element identified and discussed |
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10.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome2nd Symbolic (iconographic) element identified and discussed |
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10.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome3rd Symbolic (iconographic) element identified and discussed |
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10.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDiscussion of meanings/ideas conveyed |
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10.0 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRelation to larger theme of reproduction and sexuality |
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10.0 pts |
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