Test on Thomas Ruff and the Düsseldorf School

Question 1: The exhibition of Giuseppe Penone's new sculptures, "The Reflection of Bronze," opened in March.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The exhibition of Giuseppe Penone's new sculptures, "The Reflection of Bronze," opens at Gagosian, New York, on April 22, not in March.

Question 2: According to the study materials, what is a key aspect discussed regarding Jenny Saville's major exhibition at Ca’ Pesaro in Venice?

A. The exhibition primarily showcases her early works from the 1980s.

B. The exhibit highlights how Venetian artists and the city's heritage have influenced her artistic practice.

C. Saville discusses her preference for abstract expressionism over classical painting traditions.

D. The show focuses on her collaborations with contemporary Venetian sculptors.

Explanation: The study materials explicitly state that in the video 'Jenny Saville a Ca’ Pesaro,' she discusses 'how the great Venetian artists of the past and the city’s heritage influence her work.' Additionally, 'Engaging with the Past: An Interview with Jenny Saville' mentions her canvases are 'set in dialogue with the great Venetian artists of the past, creating a unique encounter between contemporary painting and the city’s artistic heritage.'

Question 3: The artwork by Thomas Ruff titled "untitled#02" measures 120 × 100 cm.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials state: "Thomas Ruff *untitled#02*, 2022 C-print 120 × 100 cm | 47 1/4 × 39 3/8 inches".

Question 4: What are the dimensions of Thomas Ruff's artwork, *Zeitungsfoto 163*?

A. 108.5 × 108.5 cm

B. 232 × 185 cm

C. 19.6 × 13.7 cm

D. 260 × 188 cm

Explanation: According to the study materials, Thomas Ruff's *Zeitungsfoto 163* has dimensions of 19.6 × 13.7 cm (7 3/4 × 5 3/8 inches).

Question 5: An interview with Thomas Ruff by Olivia Young is featured in the selected press materials.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The selected press features an interview with Thomas Ruff by Eloise Hendy in SHADOWPLAY Magazine and an interview by Will Fenstermaker in The Brooklyn Rail. Olivia Young is listed as the reviewer for 'Exhibition Review: Thomas Ruff: d.o.pe.' in Musée Magazine, not as an interviewer with Thomas Ruff.