Round 1: Tossup 8

In Armenian iconography, the martyr Hripsime (“HRIP-sih-may”) is often depicted holding a large cross while in this position with respect to King Tiridates. A motif in Catholic iconography depicts Saint Francis in this position with respect to a sphere representing the world. In a painting by Giambattista Tiepolo, a circle of stars, putti, and a crescent moon surround a woman who has this position with respect to a pointy-toothed animal. Because of a (*) Vulgate mistranslation of Genesis 3, (10[1])Catholic iconography often depicts Mary in this position with respect to the serpent. A young warrior naked except for boots and hat has this position with respect to his foe in an early Renaissance bronze. (10[1])For (10[1])10 points, Donatello’s David is in what position with respect to Goliath’s (-5[1])head, signifying domination? ■END■ (0[1])

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