Fauvism and Expressionism

Where in the world was Fauvism founded (started)?

• India

• France

• North America

• China

How can you identify a Fauvism piece of art? Choose two answers.

• Simple colour

• Vivid colour

• Bold brushstrokes

• Delicate brushstrokes?

When shown at the 1905 Salon d’Automne (an exhibition organized by artists in response to the conservative policies of the official exhibitions, or salons) in Paris, the contrast to traditional art was so striking it led critic Louis Vauxcelles to describe the artists as “...............................”?

Which one of these artists, was not a Fauvist artist?

• Henri Matisse

• André Derain

• Maurice Vlaminck

• Vincent Van Gogh

How and why did the Fauvists use colour?

• Accurately, to show the true colour of the subject matter.

• Un-realistically, to show the expressive use of colour.

• Sparingly, to show colour highlights.

• Dully, to show the sadness in the world.

Expressionism was founded in Germany but began in what year?

• 1890

• 1910

• 1930

• 1970

Which one of these artists was a famous Expressionist?

• Antony Gormley

• Ms Procter

• Rene Magritte

• Edvard Munch

What was the most important thing in Expressionism art?

• Variety of subject matter

• Peoples' opinions

• Accuracy

• Feelings

The Nazi's named modern art at the time, including Expressionism as 'Degenerate Art'. Why was this?

• Nazi's believed that it did not represent German values.

• Nazi's believed it was too good.

• Nazi's believed that it represented German values.

• Nazi's believed that art was not needed in society.

Both Fauvism and Expression drew specific inspiration from...

• Science

• Non-Western culture

• Everyday objects

• Their home culture