What stylistic differences are seen in the figures of the Annunciation and Visitation sculptures at Reims Cathedral? What influences are felt and in which figures?

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Essay responses should include these points:
Four figures on the right jamb of the central portal illustrate the rich stylistic diversity.
The sculptor drew heavily on ancient Roman sources seen in the figures of Mary and Elizabeth.
This is most noticeable in the solidity of the bulky, heavily draped bodies as they stand in the contrapposto pose.
The angel Gabriel is the work of another artist, who created tall, gracefully swaying figures with small, fine-featured heads and precious expressions, carefully crafted hairdos, and mannered poses of aristocratic refinement.

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A) 1890 B) 1893 C) 1900 D) 1917

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Often, an occupation is associated with certain clothing. Make a list of such occupations. Why is a particular type of clothing used in each?

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