When two doctrines divided the French Academy, which taught that color was the most important element?

A) Poussinistes
B) Rubénistes
C) Naturalistes
D) Titianistes

Rubénistes

A faction in French art criticism during the 17th and 18th centuries that favored the color and techniques of Peter Paul Rubens over line and form.

French Academy

An influential French institution founded in 1635, responsible for setting standards in the arts and sciences, often emphasizing classical ideals.

Color

A visual property of objects caused by the way they reflect or emit light, perceived by the eyes and interpreted by the brain.