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What is Hogarth’s Line of Beauty?
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Show answer and explanation Correct answer: (D) Serpentine line
Explanation Hogarth identified the flowing S-shaped or serpentine line as the line of beauty. Its changing curvature gives variety and movement rather than the rigidity of a straight or angular zigzag line. Select D.
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