Question

Black figure painting is ____________________ a. a hard, white, translucent ceramic that is made by firing kaolin and other materials. b. an advanced technique allowing for more detailed figures. c. a process in which the outside rim is designed with geometric patterns consisting of horizontal and vertical lines. d. an ancient Greek technique in which the figures appear as black silhouettes on red background.

Answer 1

Answer:

d. an ancient Greek technique in which the figures appear as black silhouettes on red background.

Explanation:

The most used ceramic objects as a support for Greek painting were vases.

At first, the pieces served as articles of religious ceremonies and as utilitarian artifacts, later they were also recognized as artistic objects.

The technique that became known as "black figures" was initially employed in Greece.

It consisted of painting the silhouettes of the figures with a black pigment and then marking the outline and interior elements with a pointed tool, leaving clear traces.

The most outstanding painter in this type of art was Exéquias.

Answer 2

Answer:

Black figure painting is, an ancient Greek technique in black figures appear as black silhouettes on a red background.

The answer is D.