What elements of Kongolese Crucifix (Fig. 14-20) are more in keeping with an African aesthetic than European traditions?

A. the features of Christ, including his hands and feet
B. the clasped hands of the surrounding smaller figures
C. the placement of supporting figures above and beside Christ
D. all of the above


Answer: D

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our text.

a. True b. False

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In Bison from Le Tuc d'Audoubert, the creator gave the animals a more lifelike quality by __________

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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