Where does bas-relief sculpture (also referred to as rilievo schiacciato) fit into the paragone between painting and sculpture?After reading the lecture, argue at least TWO points for each medium: painting and sculpture.

Review the artworks presented in class lecture (located in left sidebar “Modules”) and answer the discussion prompts listed below.

1. After reading the lecture (you can also checkout the recommended course readings), argue at least TWO points for each medium: painting and sculpture.

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2. Where does bas-relief sculpture (also referred to as rilievo schiacciato) fit into the paragone between painting and sculpture?

3. What do you think? Which medium is superior? Why?

Jan van Eyck, Dresden Triptych, (oil on panel)

Where does bas-relief sculpture (also referred to as rilievo schiacciato) fit into the paragone between painting and sculpture?After reading the lecture, argue at least TWO points for each medium: painting and sculpture.
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