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The “Rebirth” of classical knowledge: Art Learning Writing Philosophy
Starts in Italian City States like Florence Because of wealth from trade routes Spreads to Northern Europe
Michelangelo Sistine Chapel David Pieta
Da Vinci Mona Lisa Last Supper
Botticelli The Birth of Venus
Machiavelli Italian political philosopher Wrote The Prince on how to be an effective ruler
Shakespeare English playwright Romeo & Juliet
Humanism Focuses on human accomplishments Less on religion & more worldly Erasmus is the most famous Humanist philosopher
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Characteristics of Italian City States during the Renaissance Wealthy Patrons Humanist philosophy Competing City States Improved schools 1. How did wealthy patrons contribute to Renaissance art? 2. Why would city states competing add to more artistic accomplishments? 3. Renaissance writing was probably most encouraged by what characteristics? Exit Ticket