Question

david
gianlorenzo bernini
the figure is positioned in an unnatural pose that is not lifelike.
the figure is posed in a pyramid configuration to create stability.
the figure breaks into the viewer’s space and engages the viewer.
the figure has exaggerated proportions and elongated features.

Explanation:

Bernini's David is a Baroque sculpture. Baroque art often involves dynamic poses that engage the viewer's space. Let's analyze each option:

• Option 1: The pose of Bernini's David is dynamic and lifelike, so this is incorrect.
• Option 2: Pyramid configurations for stability are more associated with Renaissance sculptures (like Michelangelo's David), while Bernini's is dynamic, so this is incorrect.
• Option 3: Bernini's David is in a dynamic, action - oriented pose that seems to break into the viewer's space (e.g., the raised arm, the twisted body) and engages the viewer, which matches Baroque style.
• Option 4: Exaggerated proportions and elongated features are more associated with styles like Mannerism or some modern art, not Bernini's David.

Answer:

C. The figure breaks into the viewer’s space and engages the viewer.