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22 Cards in this Set
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painting
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A picture or design in paint.
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sculpture
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The art of shaping figures or designs by chiseling marble, clay, or casting in metal.
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chisel
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A metal tool with a sharp beveled edge, used to cut and shape stone, wood, or metal.
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pigment
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A substance used as coloring.
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exile
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A period of living away from one's native country whether because of expulsion or voluntary absence.
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vivid
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Bright and distinct; brilliant
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tenure
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The act of holding something in one's possession, as real estate or an office; occupation.
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export
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To send or transport abroad merchandise, especially for sale or trade.
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revival
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a meeting or meetings conducted by a preacher to arouse religious emotions or to make converts
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Renaissance
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A rebirth or revival (14th-16th century) marking the transition from medieval to modern times)
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crucifix
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a cross with a figure of Jesus crucified on it
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prodigy
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an unusually talented child
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perspective
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the technique of painting or drawing a scene so that objects in it seem to have depth and distance
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dimension
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the range over which something extends
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humanism
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a doctrine, attitude, or way of life centered on human interests or values
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realistic
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true to life or nature
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symbolic
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relating to something that stands for something else
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horizon
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The apparent intersection of the earth and sky as seen by an observer.
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quarry
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An open excavation or pit from which stone is obtained by digging, cutting, or blasting.
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architect
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One who designs and supervises the construction of buildings or other large structures.
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notary
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a public officer who witnesses the making of a document and signs it to show that it is authentic
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apprentice
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a person who is learning a trade or art by experience under a skilled worker
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