Renaissance Ideas and Art Flashcards

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_, an important intellectual movement of the Renaissance, was based on the study of the _.

Humanism; Humanities

_____, known as the father of Italian Renaissance humanism, began the emphasis on using pure classical .

Petrarch; Latin

Some Italian writers, such as _, author of the Divine Comedy, wrote in the __.

Dante; vernacular

The increasingly _ focus of education in the humanist movement led to a core of topics called __.

Secular; Liberal Studies Signup and view all the answers

Humanist educators believed that the purpose of education was to create _____________ citizens.

well-rounded Signup and view all the answers

German printer ___________ pioneered a new kind of printing that used .

Johannes Gutenberg; movable type Signup and view all the answers

The printing of books encouraged scholarly ___ and helped stimulate the reading public's desire to acquire .

research; knowledge Signup and view all the answers

Two major developments, an emphasis on the ___ side of painting and study of movement and human , helped Renaissance artists achieve the realistic portrayal of the individual.

technical; anatomy Signup and view all the answers

Like painters, Renaissance _ and ___ sought to portray a human-centered world.

sculptors; architects Signup and view all the answers

During the High Renaissance, master painters such as Raphael, __________ and _ captured the perfection of nature and of the individual in their art.

Leonardo da Vinci; Michelangelo Buonarroti Signup and view all the answers

Flemish painter __________, who was among the first to use the technique of _ ________________, portrayed objects realistically by focusing on their fine details.

Jan Van Eyck; oil painting Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think Petrarch's idea of humanism appealed to Renaissance scholars and writers?

He believed in and created something that no one had ever thought of. It was new and exciting and most of all it was an idea that made sense. Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think Petrarch wrote his sonnets to an idealized love?

His idealized love gave him inspiration and an aim for his writing. They were already considered endearing poems, so it just made sense for them to be dedicated to their inspiration. Signup and view all the answers

How would the development of a printing press with moveable type make publishing books easier?

The final drafts did not have to be written and could be typed up so much faster than typing a single letter and having to adjust between each letter. Signup and view all the answers

How was the impact of printing press technology similar to the impact of current information technology?

They both created more efficient ways of production and sped up work time and decreased the amount of work that had to be done. Signup and view all the answers

In what ways did Brunelleschi lead the way for Renaissance developments in architecture?

He created machines to help efficiently accomplish tasks. He also had amazing ideas and was really good at what he sculpted and built. Signup and view all the answers

How did Brunelleschi's training as an engineer influence his architecture?

He knew how to build the buildings in the safest, greatest way possible. Maybe even the fastest. Signup and view all the answers

What do you think attracted an artist like Da Vinci to the courts of Italy's city-states?

Italy's city-states were very beautiful and I'm sure they influenced a lot of Da Vinci's art, giving him lots of space to create and experiment. Signup and view all the answers

Based on what you know about Da Vinci and Renaissance, how does he embody the ideas of the period?

He uses the literature and surroundings to inspire his works. He used the people and their beliefs to inspire his. Signup and view all the answers

What qualities did Michelangelo share with other artists and sculptors of Renaissance Italy?

He also worked in construction and wrote poetry. He could be versatile in any of his works. Signup and view all the answers

How was Michelangelo influenced by humanism?

He was surrounded by the works of literature and I assume they influenced his art and sculptures that inspired the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Humanism and Renaissance Ideas

Humanism, a pivotal Renaissance intellectual movement, emphasized the study of humanities, focusing on ancient Greek and Roman literature.
Petrarch, known as the father of Italian Renaissance humanism, emphasized the use of pure classical Latin in writing.

Language and Education

Dante, author of the Divine Comedy, was one of the first Italian writers to use the vernacular, or local spoken language, in literature.
The humanist movement's secular focus on education led to the introduction of Liberal Studies, a core topic encompassing various subjects.
Humanist educators aimed to cultivate well-rounded citizens, stressing the importance of physical education alongside mental development.

Printing Revolution

Johannes Gutenberg, a German inventor, pioneered movable type printing, revolutionizing book production.
The printing of books stimulated scholarly research and increased public appetite for knowledge.

Artistic Developments and Techniques

Renaissance artists focused on technical aspects of painting, studying movement and human anatomy to achieve realistic portrayals.
Sculptors and architects mirrored the painters' aim to depict a human-centered world.
Master painters like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo Buonarroti exemplified the High Renaissance by capturing nature's and the individual’s perfection in their artwork.

Notable Artists

Jan Van Eyck, a Flemish painter, was among the first to utilize oil painting, enabling a realistic focus on fine details.

Influence of Petrarch

Petrarch’s humanism appealed to Renaissance thinkers for its freshness and sensible approach, representing a novel perspective at that time.
His sonnets, dedicated to idealized love, served as inspiration and a guiding aim in his writing.

Printing Technology Impact

The introduction of the printing press with movable type streamlined book publishing, reducing manual labor and increasing efficiency.
The impact of printing press technology paralleled current information technology by enhancing production efficiency and reducing workloads.

Architectural Innovations

Brunelleschi contributed to Renaissance architecture through innovative machinery and exceptional sculpting and building techniques.
His engineering background allowed him to design buildings with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Influence of City-States

Da Vinci was drawn to Italy's city-states due to their beauty, which inspired much of his artistic expression and innovation.

Michelangelo's Versatility

Michelangelo embodied the Renaissance spirit by being versatile, engaging in multiple disciplines including construction and poetry.
His humanist influences were evident in works like the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica, reflecting the integration of literature and art from that period.

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Test your knowledge of the key concepts and figures of the Renaissance with these flashcards. Explore terms such as humanism and significant literary contributions from this transformative period in history. Perfect for students studying Renaissance art and culture.