Chapter 6. Reading Icons
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Click on the corresponding number above the image at left to answer the questions. Use the boxes below to work through each question and e–mail your response to yourself and/or your instructor.
1.
The upper window of the house in the background of this image is designed in the Gothic revival style. What qualities and characteristics can you see in the house that defines this style? What does the Gothic revival house contribute to the overall effect of the painting?
Write your response below.
2.
You will find a collection of American Gothic parodies at
The Youngstown State University web site
. Which one strikes you as most humorous? Why?
Write your response below.
3.
Take a moment to explore
National Public Radio's feature on American Gothic
as an icon of American culture. How does the historical background on the painting affect your reading of it? (Requires free
Real Audio
player.)
Write your response below.
4.
Compare Wood's painting with Gordon Parks's photograph "American Gothic" (1942). What specific elements does Parks repeat? with what effect(s)? How does he play off of the tone and overall qualities of Wood's painting?
Write your response below.
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