GATE 2022 AR — Planning – Question 18

Design and Graphics · Visual composition in 2D and 3D · 1 mark · Multiple choice

What is Hogarth’s Line of Beauty?

Horizontal straight line
Zigzag line
Vertical straight line
Serpentine line

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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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