The Renaissance 1400-1600

On the back of your notes: Make a list of things you like to do. List all hobbies and interests you can think of. We’ll talk about your list a little later.

I. Medieval  Renaissance Key Events of Middle Ages The Crusades- Holy war vs. Muslims Failure, but had positive effects on trade and European economy; also weakened feudalism 2. Bubonic Plague- Epidemic killed 1/3 of European population Hurt Church’s reputation; led to better job opportunities for those who lived; weakened feudalism 3. Hundred Years’ War- England vs. France Led to Strong nation-states led by powerful kings; weakened power of feudal lords

II. Renaissance Values A. Renaissance- an explosion of creativity in Europe; a rebirth of art and learning. B. Humanism- focus on human potential and achievements (also called individualism) It was okay to be creative, to achieve personal greatness C. Secular emphasis- concern with worldly matters, and not just religion Life could be enjoyed without offending God!!! Do you see any of these in today’s society in the U.S.?

III. Italy- Birthplace of the Renaissance Explosion of creativity and learning; spread north to other European countries New ideas and trade goods from Asia reached Italy first (Crusades, Silk Roads) C. Had thriving cities, wealthy merchant class, classical heritage of Greece and Rome D. Pay was good because Bubonic Plague killed many E. People had extra money, so artistic interests were pursued

IV. Art, Architecture and Literature A. Patrons- rich people would pay artists to create paintings, sculptures, etc. (showed their status) B. Perspective- rediscovered method of creating depth in painting (“3D” Effect) C. Classical Architecture- Use of Greek and Roman elements (dome, arch, columns) D. Vernacular- books and manuscripts written in the native language, not just Greek or Latin (result-increased knowledge) E. Printing Press- books became cheaper, knowledge spread (before-books were copied by hand) F. “Renaissance Man”- should be educated in the classics, dance, sing, play music, write poetry, be a skilled rider, wrestler, swordsman and show self-control (should be well- rounded)

Are you a “Renaissance Man?” Take a look at your list of hobbies/activities that you wrote down before we started In looking at what you wrote down, are your interests well-rounded? Are you a Renaissance Man (or woman)?

Medieval Art- flat, with no depth Renaissance Art- creation of depth with perspective

V. Leonardo da Vinci Mona Lisa: non-religious portrait shows secular influence Last Supper- most reproduced religious piece of art Anatomy- dissected corpses to study the body

VI. Michelangelo St. Peter’s Basilica- Use of classical elements (dome & columns) Sistine Chapel- depicted Bible scenes Statue of David- nude (Greco-Roman influence)