ANDREA DEL VERROCCHIO

Verrocchioactivity created by Elen Soti - based on text book p.46 Fill in the gaps with the right phrase / word. financial greatest importance was as a sculptor and his was assisted resolved never to touch a completed Uffizi carrying the fish ranked second equestrian statue Questions Match the question to the correct answer Does Verrocchio belong to the High Renaissance period? No, he is in the Early renaissance period Who was his main Patron? Lorenzo de Medici in Florence Did he sign his work? Do we know which paintings are his? Few paintings are attributed to him with certainty. Why did Verrocchio decide to never paint again? Did he? Because he was far surpassed by his pupil Leonardo Da Vinci. No, he still painted. Was he a good sculptor? Yes, the best after Donatello. He set an example for other renaissance sculptors to follow. 1. Visit this site: Read about Verrocchio and his work. Pick one you liked the most and present your thoughts in class next time.2. Find the 'Baptism of Christ' in this site: Since when has it been in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence? Take notes to remember the point you wish to highlight. Present in class next time. Enjoy!Save your work first clicking on the bottom key 'SAVE' , review, add, and when you are ready submit your work clicking on ' HAND IN WORK'.