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, (15[1])a circle of stars, putti, and a crescent moon surround a woman who has this position (15[1])with respect to a pointy-toothed animal. Because of a (*) Vulgate mistranslation of Genesis 3, 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. For 10 points, Donatello’s David is in what position with respect to Goliath’s head, signifying domination? (10[1])■END■

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