Chapter 12 Section 1 Flashcards
Describe humanism
Humanism was a new movement that instead of blindly obeying the authority of a king or the teachings of the Church, the followers of this movement wanted to be independent and think for themselves.
What did humanism signal?
Humanism signaled a new sense of possibility.
What inspired the development of humanism?
The movement’s followers found inspiration in classical, or ancient Greek and Roman, writings.
Why did the Renaissance begin in Italy?
Italy was well positioned to become the movement’s birthplace. Also, it had become wealthy from trade. Ideas as well as goods were traded in these cities, which attracted artists, writers, and scientists.
What does the phrase “an earthshaking cultural shift” suggest about the impact of the Renaissance in Europe?
It means that there was a tremendous cultural shift with the Renaissance in Europe.
What new techniques did Italian Renaissance artists use?
They found ways to show landscapes in a realistic manner by developing a technique called perspective to produce an impression of depth and distance.
What new subjects did Italian Renaissance artists depict?
Secular, or nonreligious, subjects became popular
What’s vernacular? Why do you think some Renaissance writers started expressing themselves in the vernacular?
Instead of using the language of the church, latin, the writers decided to use their native language, or the vernacular. They may have wanted to use their native language to be more connected with their writings. They also wanted ordinary people to be able to read their writing.
Which architect Constructed a dome within a dome for the cathedral of Florence?
Filippo Brunelleschi constructed a dome within a dome for the cathedral of Florence.
What difficulties do you think the builders of the dome encountered during its construction?
He wasn’t sure how to build the dome. How could the dome be prevented from sagging or collapsing?
What artistic element did Raphael use to create a sense of depth in the School of Athens?
Raphael used the artistic element of perspective to create a sense of depth in the School of Athens.
How does the School of Athens express the spirit of the Renaissance?
Raphael merged the Renaissance with the classical period by using Leonardo da Vinci as the model for Plato. Other Renaissance artists, including Michelangelo and Raphael himself, also appear in the painting.
What group of people did Raphael portray in his painting School of Athens?
Raphael celebrated the classical period by peopling his painting with ancient Greek philosophers and scientists.
What roles did the Medici play in Florence?
The Medici built their fortune as bankers and textile merchants. They were part of a wealthy merchant class that had developed in Italy and gained great power.
Define patrons, and which individual became known as a great patron of the arts in Florence?
Patrons used some of their wealth to encourage and support artists. Lorenzo de Medici, also known as Lorenzo the Magnificent was know as a great patron of the arts in Florence.
