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What influence did the Early Renaissance have on architectural design?
What influence did the Early Renaissance have on architectural design?
Which architect is NOT associated with the Early Renaissance period?
Which architect is NOT associated with the Early Renaissance period?
What characteristic is NOT typically associated with pure Renaissance architecture?
What characteristic is NOT typically associated with pure Renaissance architecture?
Which statement best describes the characteristics of the High Renaissance?
Which statement best describes the characteristics of the High Renaissance?
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What is one of the main architectural features highlighted in Renaissance buildings?
What is one of the main architectural features highlighted in Renaissance buildings?
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Who was the first chief architect of St. Peter's Basilica?
Who was the first chief architect of St. Peter's Basilica?
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Which architect proposed a Latin cross plan for St. Peter's Basilica?
Which architect proposed a Latin cross plan for St. Peter's Basilica?
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What significant feature did Michelangelo contribute to the design of St. Peter's Basilica?
What significant feature did Michelangelo contribute to the design of St. Peter's Basilica?
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Which architect was responsible for the grand Baroque-style facade facing St. Peter's Square?
Which architect was responsible for the grand Baroque-style facade facing St. Peter's Square?
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Who completed the dome following Michelangelo's plans?
Who completed the dome following Michelangelo's plans?
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Which architect made modifications to the original plan and oversaw the dome's construction after Bramante?
Which architect made modifications to the original plan and oversaw the dome's construction after Bramante?
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Which architect was known for strengthening the foundation of St. Peter's Basilica?
Which architect was known for strengthening the foundation of St. Peter's Basilica?
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What design feature did Baldassare Peruzzi revert to during the architectural process of St. Peter's Basilica?
What design feature did Baldassare Peruzzi revert to during the architectural process of St. Peter's Basilica?
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What is the primary characteristic of the Rococo style in architecture?
What is the primary characteristic of the Rococo style in architecture?
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Which architectural feature is commonly associated with the Rococo style?
Which architectural feature is commonly associated with the Rococo style?
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What aspect defines the wall construction in Rococo architecture?
What aspect defines the wall construction in Rococo architecture?
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Which of the following features is typical of openings in Rococo architecture?
Which of the following features is typical of openings in Rococo architecture?
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What style is often referred to as 'Late Baroque'?
What style is often referred to as 'Late Baroque'?
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Which of the following best describes the color palette of Rococo designs?
Which of the following best describes the color palette of Rococo designs?
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What influence did Leon Battista Alberti have on architecture?
What influence did Leon Battista Alberti have on architecture?
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Which decorative element is NOT typically associated with Rococo architecture?
Which decorative element is NOT typically associated with Rococo architecture?
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What characteristic is associated with Jacobean architecture?
What characteristic is associated with Jacobean architecture?
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Which architect from the Stuart period was notably influenced by the Italian Renaissance?
Which architect from the Stuart period was notably influenced by the Italian Renaissance?
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What is a defining feature of Georgian architecture?
What is a defining feature of Georgian architecture?
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Which of the following features is NOT associated with Stuart architecture?
Which of the following features is NOT associated with Stuart architecture?
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During which period did Georgian architecture primarily dominate in England?
During which period did Georgian architecture primarily dominate in England?
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What architectural style is characterized by timber framing and tall, slim chimneys?
What architectural style is characterized by timber framing and tall, slim chimneys?
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Which of the following best describes a "château"?
Which of the following best describes a "château"?
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Which architectural period followed the Elizabethan era?
Which architectural period followed the Elizabethan era?
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What year range defines the Elizabethan architectural style period?
What year range defines the Elizabethan architectural style period?
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Which element is NOT commonly associated with Jacobean architecture?
Which element is NOT commonly associated with Jacobean architecture?
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Who was an influential Italian Renaissance architect known for his work on Palazzo Gondi?
Who was an influential Italian Renaissance architect known for his work on Palazzo Gondi?
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The prominent architectural features of Elizabethan architecture include all EXCEPT:
The prominent architectural features of Elizabethan architecture include all EXCEPT:
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What is a key characteristic of Jacobean architecture?
What is a key characteristic of Jacobean architecture?
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Study Notes
St Peter's Basilica
- St. Peter's Basilica is the biggest and most important church in Roman Catholicism.
- It is located within Vatican City and is a symbol of the Vatican and the Papacy.
- Donato Bramante was the first chief architect of the Basilica.
- Bramante designed the initial plan and laid the foundations for the new basilica in the early 16th century.
- Bramante proposed a Greek cross plan and a dome similar to the Pantheon in Rome.
- Antonio da Sangallo the Younger made significant modifications to the original plan.
- He oversaw the construction of the basilica's dome.
- Michelangelo Buonarroti made several changes to the design, particularly the dome.
- He designed the dome, which is one of the basilica's most recognizable features.
- Giacomo Della Porta completed the dome following Michelangelo's plans.
- Carlo Maderno was responsible for the facade of St. Peter's Basilica.
- Gian Lorenzo Bernini contributed to the layout of St. Peter's Square and designed the baldacchino over the high altar.
Renaissance Architecture
- The Renaissance was a period of revival of classical art and learning in Europe.
- The Renaissance began around 1400 and was largely influenced by classical Roman and Greek elements, such as arches, columns, and domes.
- Early Renaissance buildings had symmetrical facades and clear, streamlined volumes.
- The Renaissance started in Florence.
- Renaissance buildings have flat roofs, walls of large, dressed masonry blocks, and an emphasis on horizontality,
- Ornamentation was based on pagan or classical mythological subjects.
- Important architects include Brunelleschi, Michelozzo, and Alberti.
High Renaissance
- This period began around 1500.
- It saw the development of classical elements adapted to 16th-century building styles.
Rococo Architecture
- The Rococo style emerged from the Baroque movement and developed its own unique characteristics.
- Rococo architecture is marked by its elegant refinement, using different materials for a delicate effect.
- Rococo architecture is known for its shell work and foliage ornamentation.
- Rococo is an interior style, playfully decorated with flowers, birds, ribbons, etc.
- Vivid colors were replaced by pastel shades.
- Rococo is also referred to as "Late Baroque".
Architectural Features of Renaissance Architecture
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Plans:
- Use of symmetry, geometry, and proportion.
- Grandeur achieved through simplicity.
- Less or no use of towers and more use of domes.
- Interiors planned according to Roman architectural principles.
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Walls:
- Constructed of ashlar masonry.
- Stucco or plaster were often used as facing materials.
- Angles of buildings were built in unsmoothed stone.
- Gable ends of churches and buildings were made as pediments with a low pitch.
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Openings:
- Door and window openings are semi-circular or square-headed, constructed according to climate.
- Southern Europe (hot climate) - Openings were small.
- Northern Europe (dull climate) - Openings were large.
- Classic system of molded architrave as revived.
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Roofing and Columns:
- Simple Roman Vaults without ribs.
- Domes have internal soffit and ceiling painted in Frescoes.
- Roman classic order of columns was revived.
- The shafts of columns were fluted spirally.
- Rusticated and ornamented with foliage and fruits.
Architectural Character of Renaissance Architecture
- Symmetry
- Proportion
- Geometry
Renaissance Architects
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Leon Battista Alberti
- Helped promote architecture from an artisan's trade to a profession.
- Emphasized intellectual requirements such as mathematics, geometry, and philosophy.
- Wrote the book "De Re Aedificatoria," which influenced the revival of Roman style.
- Other works include Santa Maria Novella in Florence and Sant'Andrea in Mantua.
- He also renovated the medieval churches of Santa Maria Novella and Santa Croce.
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Giuliano da Sangallo
- Designed Palazzo Gondi.
- Was a prominent figure during the early Renaissance.
- Contributed significantly to the development of architectural and artistic styles of the time.
Chateaus
- A chateau is a French word that translates to "castle" or "palace" in English.
- In France, it is often used to refer to large, stately country houses or estates, especially those with historic or cultural significance.
- Chateaus typically feature elegant architecture, large estates or gardens, and historical or cultural importance.
Chateau de Chambord
- Chateau de Chambord is a prominent example of a chateau.
Elizabethan Architecture (1558 to 1603 AD)
- Developed during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.
- Established the Renaissance style in England, following Tudor architecture.
- This architecture is a transition style with Gothic features and Renaissance details.
- Key features:
- Timber Framing
- Gables
- Bay Windows
- Tall, Slim Chimneys
- Leaded Glass Windows
- Ornamentation
- Symmetry and Proportion
- Large Halls
Jacobean Architecture (1603 to 1625 AD)
- Developed during the reign of King James I.
- This style followed the Elizabethan era.
- It is a transitional style characterized by a blend of Renaissance, Baroque, and Tudor architectural influences.
- Key features:
- Symmetry
- Use of Brick and Stone
- Elevation
- Mullioned and Transomed Windows
- Ornamentation
- Dutch Influence
- Proportions
Stuart Architecture
- Developed during the reigns of the Stuart monarchs, starting with James I in 1603 and ending with Queen Anne in 1714.
- It transitioned from Elizabethan and Jacobean styles to a more restrained and classical approach influenced by continental Europe.
- Key features:
- Classical Influences
- Red Bricks
- Symmetry and Proportion
- Palladian Architecture
- Sash Windows
- Decorative Elements
- Grand Estates
- Influenced by Italian Renaissance (Inigo Jones)
- Influenced by French Renaissance (Christopher Wren)
Georgian Architecture
- Predominant in England during the reigns of the first four King Georges (from 1714 to 1830).
- Shifted from Baroque and Rococo styles to a more restrained and classical approach.
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