Italian Renaissance Flashcards
1
Q
Humanism
A
Intellectual trend away from the story of theology and toward the study of human activities
2
Q
Perspective
A
Mathematical formula developed to paint in true perspective
3
Q
Sfumato
A
Atmospheric perspective. Hazy, smoky affect in the distance
4
Q
Chiaeascuro
A
Strong contrast of light and dark.
5
Q
Fresco
A
Pigment added to wet plaster. Becomes hard and durable when dried.
6
Q
Intaesia
A
Wood inlays
7
Q
Della robbia
A
Ceramic sculpture, white with blue background
8
Q
Terrazzo
A
Crushed marble added to binder and sliced again
9
Q
Portiere
A
Curtain hung over doorway
10
Q
Occhi
A
Circular pieces of glass that make up all or part of a window
11
Q
Quoins
A
Prominent brick or stone around corners of the building
12
Q
Piano nobile
A
First floor. Second level. Main floor.
