What is mannerism? a. a style from the 16th century that suggested wealth, and power b. a style from the 16th century that suggested elegance, self-awareness, and sometimes artificial grace c. a style from the 16th century characterized by noticeably elongated faces, necks, and arms d. none of the above

Mannerism is a style from the 16th century that suggested elegance, self-awareness, and sometimes artificial grace. Correct B This style was an artistic expression of the unsettled political and  religious conditions in Europe. It is named after maniera, an Italian term for “style” or “manner,” and refers to a stylized, exaggerated approach to painting and sculpture. This style is also known as the Late Renaissance.