The Work of Giorgio De Chirico Is Characteristically Ambiguous

question 79

Multiple Choice

The work of Giorgio De Chirico is characteristically ambiguous. Choose one of his paintings, either the example in the textbook or another you can find, and suggest an explanation for what he has depicted. Consider the motivations of any figures in the piece, but also suggest how the artist's use of the elements and principles of art may give clues about meaning to the viewer. Remember, art is subjective, so also think about what the symbols in the piece say to you. 36. Max Ernst used different methods to ________. 
[MC L2]

• A) make the most expensive art he could
• B) liberate the human imagination
• C) balance musical composition and visual art perfectly
• D) be able to sleep and make art at the same time
• E) none of the other answers

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