Which artist created the first known Western portrait in which the sitter looks directly at the viewer?
A) Tilman Riemenschneider
B) Dirk Bouts
C) Hugo van der Goes
D) Jan van Eyck

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Jan van Eyck is credited with creating one of the first Western portraits in which the sitter looks directly at the viewer, marking a significant moment in art history where personal engagement and realism began to be emphasized in portraiture.

Which Artist Created the First Known Western Portrait in Which