What Does Masaccio Demonstrate with the Particular Location of the Vanishing

question 20

Multiple Choice

What does Masaccio demonstrate with the particular location of the vanishing point in The Tribute Money?

• A) The vanishing point is behind the architecture, which was also paid for by the patron, and is featured in the painting as homage to the wealth of the city.
• B) The vanishing point is behind Saint Peter, linking Christianity to the hierarchy of the papacy.
• C) The vanishing point is behind the head of Christ, directing the viewer's gaze to the most important part of the work.
• D) The vanishing point is out of view, suggesting the message is beyond the comprehension of humanity.

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