Renaissance Art and Architecture

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What theme was predominantly depicted in Renaissance art?

Conflict and war
Daily life scenes and human emotions (correct)
Divine entities only
Eternal life in heaven

Renaissance architecture primarily focused on cathedrals and castles.

False (B)

What skill was emphasized in Renaissance art to create depth and realism?

Use of perspective and use of light and shade

Renaissance architecture reflected a desire to create something new while reviving the __________ style.

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Match the following Renaissance art features with their descriptions:

<p>Use of perspective = Creates depth and realism Lively movements = Portrays human emotions Detailed backgrounds = Reflects the real world Human-centered themes = Focuses on daily life and knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Renaissance art themes

Renaissance art often depicted scenes from everyday life, portraits, human emotions, and themes related to ancient Greek and Roman civilization. This reflected a shift in focus from religious themes to the human experience.

Renaissance art skills

Renaissance artists used techniques like perspective, light and shade to create realistic depictions of human figures and the world around them, showcasing the power of human skill and creativity.

Renaissance architecture functions

Renaissance architecture was built for everyday use, not just for cathedrals or nobles. This reflected a growing interest in improving people's lives on Earth, rather than just focusing on the afterlife.

Renaissance architecture skills

Renaissance architects used technically challenging techniques to construct grand structures like big round domes, demonstrating their ability to achieve great feats of engineering.

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Renaissance architecture style

Renaissance architecture borrowed from ancient Greek and Roman styles but added new elements like taller columns and elaborate domes. This showed a fascination with the human past, while also demonstrating a desire to create something new and original.

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Study Notes

Renaissance Art

Art reflected daily life, human emotions, and Greco-Roman themes.
The School of Athens emphasized human-centeredness and knowledge.
Artists used advanced techniques like perspective and light to create realistic depictions.
Styles became more lively, realistic, and focused on human movement and emotions.

Renaissance Architecture

Architecture prioritized human needs and earthly life over the afterlife (unlike cathedrals or nobles' residences).
Buildings were designed for practical use, such as castles.
Architecture revived Greco-Roman styles and added new elements (taller columns, big round domes).
Architects showed an interest in the past and a desire for innovation.
There was an emphasis on human-centered design and advanced building techniques.