1. What does the word Renaissance mean? 2. What were the names of two Renaissance-era texts that essentially began the discipline of art history? 3. How is history skewed, and towa... 1. What does the word Renaissance mean? 2. What were the names of two Renaissance-era texts that essentially began the discipline of art history? 3. How is history skewed, and toward whom? Why? 4. Were the works that we are looking at considered “art” in the fifteenth century? 5. In the hierarchy of media, what was the most treasured medium (painting, sculpture, prints, tapestries, etc.) of the fifteenth century?
Understand the Problem
The question set is asking about the Renaissance period, specifically its meaning, key texts, historical biases, definitions of art in that era, and the hierarchy of artistic media during the fifteenth century. Each question addresses different aspects of art history and its social context.
Answer
1. Rebirth 2. 'On Painting' and 'Lives of the Artists' 3. Wealthy, white males. 4. Not considered 'art' initially. 5. Painting
- The word 'Renaissance' means 'rebirth.' 2. The two Renaissance-era texts are Leon Battista Alberti's 'On Painting' and Giorgio Vasari's 'Lives of the Artists.' 3. History is often skewed toward those in power, typically wealthy, white males, due to their influence and resources. 4. Many works from the fifteenth century were not initially considered 'art' but rather functional objects. 5. In the hierarchy of media, painting was the most treasured medium of the fifteenth century.
Answer for screen readers
- The word 'Renaissance' means 'rebirth.' 2. The two Renaissance-era texts are Leon Battista Alberti's 'On Painting' and Giorgio Vasari's 'Lives of the Artists.' 3. History is often skewed toward those in power, typically wealthy, white males, due to their influence and resources. 4. Many works from the fifteenth century were not initially considered 'art' but rather functional objects. 5. In the hierarchy of media, painting was the most treasured medium of the fifteenth century.
More Information
The Renaissance marked a period of significant artistic and cultural transformation in Europe. It was a time when art became more focused on humanism and individual expression.
Tips
For question 3, it's important to understand that historical narratives are often shaped by those with the most influence and resources, which can lead to a biased perspective.
Sources
- Unit 3: The Renaissance - EdTech Books - open.byu.edu
- Unit 3: The Renaissance - BYU-I Books - books.byui.edu
- A primer for Italian renaissance art - Smarthistory - smarthistory.org
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