Which statement best describes Titian's late Renaissance masterpiece Bacchus and Ariadne, painted to decorate a duke's country home in Ferrara, Italy?
A) follows Counter-Reformation's demands in its choice of a traditional Christian subject
B) creates a quiet, dream-like mood by the use of a country setting
C) manipulates the rules of linear perspective to create an off-center focal point
D) creates a lively pagan scene through use of exuberant primary colors

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Titian's "Bacchus and Ariadne" is renowned for its vibrant use of color to depict a dynamic and lively pagan scene, showcasing the moment Bacchus, the god of wine, falls in love with Ariadne. This use of exuberant primary colors is a hallmark of the painting, distinguishing it from the more subdued palettes often found in religious works of the period.

Which Statement Best Describes Titian's Late Renaissance Masterpiece Bacchus and Ariadne