Discuss the similarities and differences between Caravaggio's Entombment of Christ, Rubens's Raising of the Cross (from Chapter 4 of your text).
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Both paintings are in the Baroque style. Rubens traveled to Italy and studied the works of Italian masters, including Caravaggio. There are similarities between these two paintings in the sharply diagonal composition and dramatic lighting. There are differences in the two masters' styles in regard to the placement of the figures. Caravaggio's seem almost frozen in a moment of anguish, but Ruben's painting teems with movement and energy, each of the participants balanced precariously and straining at his task. The action in Entombment is contained on four sides within the canvas frame. But Ruben's figures burst outside the picture in several directions, suggesting a continuation of the action.
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In this representation, which statement is true regarding the status of women in Muslim culture?
a) Women were bound to obey judgments under the patriarchal structure of shari’a, but could also bear witness on behalf of themselves or other women. b) Women in polygamous relationships could bring charges against their husband because this practice was outlawed by shari’a. c) Women were considered to be property of their husbands under shari’a and, therefore, could not testify in proceedings or have custody over children. d) Because divorce was prohibited under shari’a, a husband practicing polygamy could separate himself from an unwanted wife by selling her with the approval of the qadi