What other Italian painter was Duccio’s “competition”?
Be able to recognize Duccio’s “Maesta” and “Rucellai Madonna”.
Be able to recognize Giotto’s “Ognissanti Madonna”. (Notice how Mary and Jesus are dressed in each of the “Madonnas” to help you keep them straight.)
Where was the “Maesta” to be hung?
What is on the back of the “Maesta”?
What did the “Maesta” replace?
Pay attention to the description of the ceremonial installation of the “Maesta” as it relates to civic life.
St. Catherine
When did St. Catherine live?
What was the problem facing the Catholic Church during her life?
What was her reaction to this crisis?
How would you characterize St. Catherine’s approach to life?
The Palio
What is a contrada?
Where in the city is the race held?
Make note of the symbols that represent the different contrade.
Who is the paggio maggiore?
Where are the horses taken just before the race?
Allegory of Good and Bad Government
Who painted the allegory?
Note the date it was painted.
Where will you see the fresco?
Be able to recognize “Good Government” and “Bad Government”.
Note the names of the allegorical figures found on the “Good” and the “Bad” sides.
Who are Remus, Ascius, and Senius?
What does the goat symbolize in bad government?