In The Madonna with the Long Neck, Parmigianino paints Mary withdrawing from the Christ child to demonstrate her
a. awe of his power.
b. knowledge of his tragic fate.
c. feelings of unworthiness to hold him.
d. being pulled away by the angels.
Answer: b
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