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The Renaissance
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Defining the Renaissance
Renaissance means “rebirth” A new worldview Medieval: Religion & only God was perfect Ren.: Exploration & humans can perfect themselves Humanism – focusing on education of the Greek and Roman classics
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Locating the Renaissance
Started in Italy (1350) History of Roman Empire Mediterranean Trade Italian City-States Renaissance Moves North (1400s) Ideas advance after the Plague Sparked in Flanders (Northern France)
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Renaissance Literature
Accessible Texts Use of Vernacular Invention of Printing Press The Globe Theater Open air ceiling Tiered seating Home of Shakespearian plays
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Renaissance Science What is at the center of the universe?
Medieval: The Earth Ren.: The Sun (Copernicus) Scientific Revolution The physical world can be managed and shaped by people
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Renaissance Art Realistic By scenes Body Image Shading/Oils
Use of perspective
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The Last Supper ~ Leonardo da Vinci
Renaissance Art The Last Supper ~ Leonardo da Vinci
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The Mona Lisa ~ Leonardo da Vinci
Renaissance Art The Mona Lisa ~ Leonardo da Vinci
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Renaissance Art David ~ Michelangelo
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The Sistine Chapel ~ Michelangelo
Renaissance Art The Sistine Chapel ~ Michelangelo
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