2007-2010 · Web viewGCE A LEVEL SOVA QUESTIONS 2007 GCE A Level SOVA QUESTIONS Section A: Structured Questions Answer all three parts (a-c) of one question. 1 Self Portrait by Chuck

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Section A: Structured Questions

Answer all three parts (a-c) of one question.

1 Self Portrait by Chuck Close 1968 [Fig. 1]Acrylic on canvas 274 x 213 cmPace Gallery, America

(a) Assess the use of realism in this work. [10]

(b) Comment on the use of materials by the artist. [10]

(c) Compare this image with a piece of work by a Singaporean artist painted in a realist style.[10]

Total [30]

2 The Esplanade and Theatres on the Bay by Vikas Gore 2002 [Fig. 2]Singapore

(a) How does this architectural structure and its appearance relate to the local environment?[10]

(b) What relationship does this work have with the status of the arts in Singapore? [10]

(c) Assess this design in comparison with another prestigious arts centre project which also promotes cultural identity.

[10]

Total [30]

Section B: Structured Comparison Questions


3 The Kiss by Constantin Brancusi 1909 [Fig. 3a]Carved stone 80 x 30 x 20 cmMontparnesse Cemetery, Paris

Sculpture Series A, B, C by Han Sai Por 1989 [Fig. 3b] Carved stone

(a) Compare the ways these artists use materials. [10]

(b) How do the sculptures differ with regard to defining abstract form? [10]

(c) Discuss which of these sculptures you find more appealing as a work of art? [10]

Total [30]

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4 Artist and Model by Liu Kang 1954 [Fig. 4a]Oil on canvasSingapore Art Museum

Liz by Andy Warhol 1962 [Fig. 4b]Silkscreen on canvas 106 x 106 cmNew York, private collection

(a) Analyse the treatment of the human form in these two works. [10]

(b) What social status is given to the subject matter by each artist? [10]

(c) Evaluate which image is more effective in communicating the artist’s intentions. [10]

Total [30]

Section C: Essay Questions

Answer one question.

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(a) How does Marcel Duchamp influence the use of installation and found objects in contemporary South East Asian works? [30]

Or

(b) How have digital media and its processes given art new means of expression? [30]

6 In your opinion how do the materials and ideas used by one of the following artists make effective works of art?

Bayu Utomo RadjikinChen Wen Hsi

Jackson PollockAmanda HengDamien Hirst

[30]

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Self Portrait by Chuck Close 1968 [Fig. 1]

The Esplanade and Theatres on the Bay by Vikas Gore 2002 [Fig. 2]

The Kiss by Constantin Brancusi 1909 [Fig. 3a]

Sculpture Series A, B, C by Han Sai Por 1989 [Fig. 3b]


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Artist and Model by Liu Kang 1954 [Fig. 4a]

Liz by Andy Warhol 1962 [Fig. 4b]

Suggested Steps:Introduce Chuck Close giving a brief

introduction of the artist’s style and approaches.

Describing the painting in greater detail in terms of subject matter, medium and form.

Analysing his photorealistic style according to the painting’s description also in EOA & POAD.

State Chuck Close’s artistic intention and why did he paint his self portrait in that manner.

Interpreting the painting by focusing on how realism is used to achieve his artistic intention.

Evaluate on whether the use of realism is effective. Establish the criteria of realism and whether or not this painting qualifies as an effective representation of realism. (E.g For a painting to qualify as a realistic work of art it has to be first and foremost – representational. Viewers can visually identify with what they are seeing. A realistic work of art has to represent something in its true likeness showing off the technical ability of the artist.)

Suggested Steps:Introduce Chuck Close giving a brief

introduction of the artist’s style and approaches.

Describing the painting in greater detail in terms of subject matter, medium and form.

Analysing his photorealistic style according to the painting’s description also in EOA & POAD.

State Chuck Close’s artistic intention and why did he paint his self portrait in that manner.

Interpreting the painting by focusing on how realism is used to achieve his artistic intention.

Evaluate on whether the use of realism is effective. You need to establish the criteria of realism and whether or not this painting qualifies as an effective representation of realism. (E.g For a painting to qualify as a realistic work of art it has to be first and foremost – representational, something that viewers can visually identify with what they are seeing. A realistic work of art has to represent something in its true likeness showing off the technical ability of the artist.

Suggested Steps:Introduce your selected Singaporean

realistic artist by giving a brief introduction of the artist’s background, philosophy, choice of subject matter, themes, style and techniques. (It is always important to have a proper introduction no matter how long or short it may be).

Explain why you chose the selected artist to compare with Chuck Close. You may explain by comparing the different philosophy between the 2 artists or you may compare the choice of subject matter or style by each artist. (E.g. Chua Mia Tee is from the Realist school and he believed that art should reflect real life but his style of realism is very different from that of Close as it is not of photorealistic quality. Chua strives to record daily life of ordinary Singaporeans as well as nostalgic landscapes whose existence is threatened by development and modernisation. Whereas for Close, he paints people who are personal to him like his friends and family, featuring them up close and larger than life. This is unconventional as typically large portraits usually feature famous people).

Describe and Analyse (EOA & POAD) at least 1 artwork done by your selected artist.

You may choose to add an Interpretation here.

Step 2: Plan your points

You need to define what realism is and in the context of Chuck Close, explain what

photorealism is. You also need to identify that ‘Assess’ refers to ‘Evaluation’. You need to show your understanding of photorealism and how it relates to Chuck Close showing

evidence of how the artist used photorealism in order to do your evaluation.

These evidences will be in a form of your description, analysis and interpretation.

(IMPORTANT NOTE: You should not do an evaluation without the doing the earlier

steps of the Feldman Model)

‘Comment’ is basically a chance for you to give an opinion on Chuck Close’s ‘use of materials’. You can also write about his style and technique in relation to his artistic intentions. A brief introduction on

some background information on Realism/realism will give your answers more depth. You can refer to the SOVA

Exam Guide to obtain this info. (IMPORTANT NOTE: You should relate your answers to Close’s photorealistic

approaches giving your answer a proper context)

This question asks for the similarities and differences between Chuck Close’s work and another work done by a Singaporean artist

who paints in a realistic style. You may compare Close with Chua Mia Tee, Lai Kui

Fang or Georgette Chen.(IMPORTANT NOTE: Although you may compare using any part of the Feldman model, it is important to begin from the

basic Description and Analysis before doing any form of Interpretation or Evaluation)

Step 1: Question Analysis

1a) Assess the use of realism in this work.

1b) Comment on the use of materials by the artist.

1c) Compare this image with a piece of work by a Singaporean artist painted in

a realist style.

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Suggested Steps:Introduce briefly about the arts in

Singapore. (E.g

Explain the role that ‘The Esplanade’ plays in the arts in Singapore.

Elaborate on how whether the relationship between ‘The Esplanade’ and the arts in Singapore has been a positive or negative one.

Suggested Steps:Introduce ‘The Esplanade’ building

in terms of its origins. (E.g. The Esplanade is a waterfront location just north of the mouth of the Singapore River in downtown Singapore. It is primarily occupied by the Esplanade Park, and was the venue where one of Singapore's largest congregation of satay outlets until their relocation to Clarke Quay as a result of the construction of a major performance arts venue, the Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay, which took its name from this location.)

Describing and Analysing the architectural features.

Discuss the building’s architectural structure and appearance to how ‘The Esplanade’ relates to its local environment.

Suggested Steps:Introduce the other arts centre (E.g

The Sydney Opera House or The Lourve) Give a background information in terms of its origins.

Describe the building’s architectural features.

Analysing the building’s forms discuss the building’s architectural inspirations.

Evaluate both buildings in terms of these criteria –

1) Purpose 2) How each arts centre promotes cultural identity in their respective country of origin.


This question asks you to provide a critical point of view on how The

Esplanade relates to its local environment in terms of location -

the Marina Bay area and the Singapore River. (IMPORTANT NOTE: You still need to do a

Description and Analysis of the structure before you write your

critical viewpoint)

This question asks you to explain and elaborate your understanding

of the status of the arts in Singapore and define the role in

which The Esplanade plays.

This question asks you to identify which other prominent art centre to compare with The Esplanade. You need to introduce the building by

giving a background. Then describe and analyse the form in terms of its

architectural structure. Lastly, ‘Assess’ (evaluate) the designs of

the two buildings in terms of its purpose and how it promotes cultural

identity in its own country.

Step 1: Question Analysis

2a) How does this architectural structure and its appearance

relate to the local environment?

2b) What relationship does this work have with the status of the

arts in Singapore?

2c) Assess this design in comparison with another

prestigious arts centre project which also promotes cultural

identity.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Singapore_River

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Singapore

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Esplanade_Park

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Satay

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clarke_Quay

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Esplanade_-_Theatres_on_the_Bay


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Suggested Steps:Suggested Steps: Suggested Steps:

Step 2: Plan your points (do your own)

Step 1: Question Analysis (do your own)

3a) Compare the ways these artists use materials.

3b) How do the sculptures differ with regard to defining

abstract form?

3c) Discuss which of these sculptures you find more appealing

as a work of art?

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4a) Analyse the treatment of the human form in

these two works.

4b) What social status is given to the subject matter by

each artist?

4c) Evaluate which image is more effective in communicating the

artist’s intentions.

SECTION B



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5a) How does Marcel Duchamp influence the use of installation

and found objects in contemporary South East Asian

works?

5b) How have digital media and its processes given art new means of expression?

6) In your opinion how do the materials and ideas used by one of the following

artists make effective works of art? Bayu Utomo Radjikin, Chen Wen Hsi,

Jackson Pollock, Amanda Heng, Damien Hirst

SECTION C






1 Malay Woman by Cheong Soo Pieng mid 1950s [Fig. 1]Oil on board 49 x 39 cmSingapore Art Museum

(a) How has the subject matter been interpreted in this work? [10]

(b) Analyse the use of brushwork, colour and composition in this work. [10]

(c) How does this image show influences from Western and South East Asian art? [10]

Total [30]9


2 Untitled (Naked Man with a Knife) by Jackson Pollock c 1938-41 [Fig. 2]Oil on canvas 127 x 91 cmTrustees of the Tate Gallery, London

(a) What influences can be seen in the treatment of subject matter in this painting? [10]

(b) Assess the use of brushwork, colour and gesture in the composition. [10]

(c) How do the visual devices used in this early work develop in Pollock’s later paintings? [10]

Total [30]



3 Man Pointing by Alberto Giacometti 1947 [Fig. 3a]Cast bronze 178 x 95 x 52 cmTrustees of the Tate Gallery, London

Standing Figure by Wee Beng Chong 1972 [Fig. 3b] Cast bronze 80 x 32 x 22 cmSingapore Art Museum

(a) Compare the different aims of the artists in their portrayal of the human form. [10]

(b) Discuss the casting technique used in making these sculptures. [10]

(c) In what ways do these works make use of and challenge traditional forms of sculpture? [10]

Total [30]

4 She and Her Dishcover by Amanda Heng 1991 [Fig. 4a]Oil on canvasSingapore Art Museum

Incommunicado by Mona Hatoum 1993 [Fig. 4b]Readymade installation, 126 x 57 x 93 cmTrustees of the Tate Gallery, London

(a) Describe the visual appearance of these installations. [10]

(b) What ideas are intended in each artwork? [10]

(c) In your own opinion explain how issues of gender have influenced the outcome of these works. [10]

Total [30]

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5 Discuss the different ways artists use realism in their work. Refer to at least two artists such as Chua Mia Tee, Lucian Freud and Ron Mueck, and their work in your answer. [30]

6 How does surrealism give artists the opportunity to explore society in a more effective way than just the copying of nature?

Link your answer to works by any of the following:

Rene MagritteLucia HartiniDede Eri Supria [30]


Malay Woman by Cheong Soo Pieng mid 1950s [Fig. 1] Untitled (Naked Man with a Knife) by Jackson Pollock c 1938-41 [Fig. 2]

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Man Pointing by Alberto Giacometti 1947 [Fig. 3a] Standing Figure by Wee Beng Chong 1972 [Fig. 3b]

She and Her Dishcover by Amanda Heng 1991 [Fig. 4a] Incommunicado by Mona Hatoum 1993 [Fig. 4b]

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1a) How has the subject matter been interpreted in

this work?

1b) Analyse the use of brushwork, colour and

composition in this work.

1c) How does this image show influences from Western and South

East Asian art?

SECTION A



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2a) What influences can be seen in the treatment of subject matter

in this painting?

2b) Assess the use of brushwork, colour and gesture in the

composition.

2c) How do the visual devices used in this early work develop in Pollock’s

later paintings?

SECTION A



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3a) Compare the appearance of these two works.

3b) Why do both artists distort the human form?

3c) Are the sculptural techniques more effective than the painting techniques in

expressing the artists’ intentions?

SECTION B



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4a) Describe the visual appearance of these

installations.

4b) What ideas are intended in each artwork?

4c) In your own opinion explain how issues of gender have influenced the

outcome of these works.

SECTION B



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5b) Discuss the different ways artists use realism in their work. Refer to at least two

artists such as Chua Mia Tee, Lucian Freud and Ron Mueck, and their work in your answer.

6) How does surrealism give artists the opportunity to explore society in a more effective way than just the

copying of nature?

Link your answer to worksby any of the following:

Rene Magritte, Lucia Hartini, Dede Eri Supria

SECTION C






1 Breakfast by Liu Kang 1932. [Fig. 1]Oil on canvas 44 x 53cm Singapore Art Museum

(a) Describe the visual appearance of this work. [10]

(b) How does the artist use pictorial space and colour? [10]

(c) Discuss the influences of Western art on this work. [10]

Total [30]

2 Girl with a White Dog by Lucien Freud 1950-51 [Fig. 2]Oil on canvas 76 x 101cm

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Tate Gallery, London

(a) Analyse the use of colour, tone, and depth in this painting. [10]

(b) How does Freud increase the psychological intensity of the composition [10]

(c) What is the relevance of the theme of isolation to Freud and other contemporary artists? [10]

Total [30]



3 Weeping Woman by Pablo Picasso 1937. [Fig. 3a] Oil on canvas 60 x 50 cmTate Gallery, London

Hot Lips No 18 by Ng Eng Teng 1993. [Fig. 3b]Glazed stoneware 53 x 35 x 27 cmSingapore Art Museum

(a) Compare the appearance of these two works. [10]

(b) Why do both artists distort the human form? [10]

(c) Are the sculptural techniques more effective than the painting techniques in expressing the artists’ intentions? [10]

Total [30]

4 Tiger’s Whip by Tang Da Wu 1991 [Fig. 4a]Mixed media installation (life size)Singapore Art Museum

The Pack by Joseph Beuys 1969 [Fig. 4b]Installation of a Volkswagen van (life size)20 sledges each with a torch, roll of felt and fat.

(a) Compare the appearance of these two installations. [10]

(b) What ideas are the works trying to show? [10]

(c) On the evidence of these two works consider if installations of these kind are an effective art form. [10]

Total [30]

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5. Either (a) What aspects of realism, linked to ideas of Surrealism, are evident in the work of any one of the following artists?

Rene MagritteLucia HartiniDede Eri Supria [30]

Or (b) Explain why the works undertaken by the Singapore Pioneers in Bali had a significant effect in the development of the ‘Nanyang Style’. [30]

6. Evaluate how Jackson Pollock and Ho Ho Ying use colour, brushwork and composition to make effective paintings. [30]


Breakfast by Liu Kang 1932. [Fig. 1] Girl with a White Dog by Lucien Freud 1950-51 [Fig. 2]

Weeping Woman by Pablo Picasso 1937. [Fig. 3a] Hot Lips No 18 by Ng Eng Teng 1993. [Fig. 3b]

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Tiger’s Whip by Tang Da Wu 1991 [Fig. 4a]

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The Pack by Joseph Beuys 1969 [Fig. 4b]

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1a) Describe the visual appearance of this work.

1b) How des the artist use pictorial space and colour?

1c) Discuss the influences of Western art on this work.

SECTION A



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2a) Analyse the use of colour, tone, and depth in this

painting.

2b) How does Freud increase the psychological intensity of the

composition

2c) What is the relevance of the theme of isolation to Freud and other

contemporary artists?

SECTION A



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3a) Compare the appearance of these two works.

3b) Why do both artists distort the human form?

3c) Are the sculptural techniques more effective than the painting

techniques in expressing the artists’ intentions?

SECTION B



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4a) Compare the appearance of these two installations.

4b) What ideas are the works trying to show?

4c) On the evidence of these two works consider if installations of these

kind are an effective art form.

SECTION B



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5a) What aspects of realism, linked to ideas of Surrealism, are evident

in the work of any one of the following artists? Rene Magritte, Lucia Hartini, Dede Eri Supria

5b) Explain why the worksundertaken by the Singapore

Pioneers in Bali had asignificant effect in the development

of the ‘Nanyang Style’.

6) Evaluate how Jackson Pollock and Ho Ho Ying

use colour, brushwork and composition to make effective paintings.

SECTION C






1 Mother and Child by Ng Eng Teng 1980. [Fig. 1]Ciment fondu on a stone base Orchard Road Singapore (dimensions unknown)

(a) Assess the ideas expressed in this work. [10]

(b) Comment on the use of materials by the artists. [10]

(c) To what extent does Ng’s work make successful public art? [10]

Total [30]

2 Pig Farm by Chen Chong Swee (work not dated) [Fig. 2]Chinese ink and colour on paper – scroll mounted 241 x 400cm Singapore Art Museum

(a) Analyse the subject matter and composition of this work. [10]

(b) Evaluate the qualities of brushwork and use of materials. [10]

(c) In your opinion is there still a place for this kind of traditional method and subject matter? [10]

Total [30]



3 Mask by Ron Mueck 1997. [Fig. 3a] Silica and mixed media relief sculpture 158 x 153 x 124 cmSaatchi Gallery, London

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Self Portrait by Georgette Chen 1946. [Fig. 3b]Oil on canvas 23 x 18 cmSingapore Art Museum

(a) How do the works differ with regard to portraying the human form? [10]

(b) Compare the ways these artists use materials. [10]

(c) How do you think the period in which these works were made influenced their style and presentation? [10]

Total [30]

4 Lost Love by Damien Hirst 2000 [Fig. 4a]Glass vitrine with found objects and live river fish 336 x 213 x 231 cmSaatchi Gallery, London

Rhino Horn by Tang Da Wu 1989 [Fig. 4b]Reconstructed from Rhino Drink bottles and plasterProvenance unknown

(a) What do you think these works suggest about issues of contemporary society? [10]

(b) Discuss how and why both works use found objects. [10]

(c) Evaluate which image is more effective in communicating the artist’s intentions. [10]

Total [30]



5. Analyse how one of the following artists responded to the theme of war and suffering.

Francisco de GoyaPablo PicassoBayu Utomo RadjikinJoseph Beuys [30]

6. Compare how ideas and techniques are used by two of the following artists.

Amanda HengKartika AffandiWillem de KooningChua Mia TeeChuck Close [30]

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Mother and Child by Ng Eng Teng 1980. [Fig. 1] Pig Farm by Chen Chong Swee (work not dated) [Fig. 2]

Mask by Ron Mueck 1997. [Fig. 3a] Self Portrait by Georgette Chen 1946. [Fig. 3b]

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Lost Love by Damien Hirst 2000 [Fig. 4a]

Rhino Horn by Tang Da Wu 1989 [Fig. 4b]

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1a) Assess the ideas expressed in this work

1b) Comment on the use of materials by the

artists.

1c) In your opinion is there still a place for this kind of traditional method and subject

matter?

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2a) Analyse the subject matter and composition of this work.

2b) Evaluate the qualities of brushwork and use of materials.

2c) In your opinion is there still a place for this kind of traditional method and

subject matter?

SECTION A



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3a) How do the works differ with regard to portraying the human

form?

3b) Compare the ways these artists use materials.

3c) How do you think the period in which these works were made

influenced their style and presentation?

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4a) What do you think these works suggest about issues of

contemporary society?

4b) Discuss how and why both works use found objects.

4c) Evaluate which image is more effective in communicating the artist’s

intentions.

SECTION B



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5) Analyse how one of the following artists responded to the theme of war and suffering.

Francisco de GoyaPablo Picasso

Bayu Utomo RadjikinJoseph Beuys

6) Compare how ideas and techniques are used by two of the following artists.

Amanda HengKartika Affandi

Willem de KooningChua Mia TeeChuck Close.

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1 The Annunciation by Rene Magritte 1930. [Fig. 1]Oil on canvas 114 x 146 cm Tate Gallery, London

(a) Evaluate the ideas and subject matter in this painting [10]

(b) How does the painter use brushwork, colour and tone? [10]

(c) Consider how this painting related to the aims of the Surrealist movement [10]

Total [30]

2 Tourists II by Duane Hanson 1988 [Fig. 2]Mixed media life sized Saatchi Gallery, London

(a) Assess the subject matter and composition of this work. [10]

(b) Evaluate the artist’s use of materials to create this Realist work. [10]

(c) Discuss the artist’s intention in this work. [10]

Total [30]



3 No 23 by Jackson Pollock 1948. [Fig. 3a] Enamel paint on gesson on paper 58 x 78 cmTate Gallery, London

Fish by Constantin Brancusi 1926. [Fig. 3b]Bronze, metal and wood 93 x 50 x 50 cmTate Gallery, London

(a) Compare the appearance of these two works. [10]

(b) What influences are evident in these works? [10]

(c) How does the work of these artists contribute to the development of abstraction? [10]

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Total [30]

4 The Three Dancers by Pablo Picasso 1925 [Fig. 4a]Oil on canvas 215 x 142 cmTate Gallery, London

Snake Dancer by Hendra Gunawan 1987 [Fig. 4b]Oil on canvas 196 x 136 cmLukas Mangindaan, Indonesia

(a) Compare the composition and subject matter of these paintings. [10]

(b) Why have the artists chosen to depict the human form in these ways? [10]

(c) Evaluate the ways in which the artists have expressed the nature of dance. [10]

Total [30]



5. Compare the use of found objects in the works of two of the following artists:

Marcel DuchampDamien HirstJoseph BeuysNam June PaikAmanda Heng [30]

6. In your opinion how did the paintings of ‘The Singapore Pioneers’ explore influences if both Western and Eastern Art?

Analyse the work of two artists in your answer. [30]

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The Annunciation by Rene Magritte 1930. [Fig. 1]

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Tourists II by Duane Hanson 1988 [Fig. 2]



No 23 by Jackson Pollock 1 948. [Fig. 3a] Fish by Constantin Brancusi 1926. [Fig. 3b]



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The Three Dancers by Pablo Picasso 1925 [Fig. 4a]



Snake Dancer by Hendra Gunawan 1987 [Fig. 4b]

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