Renaissance

Question 1

Renaissance

Answer 1

Begins in 14th century A.D.

Question 2

Answer 2

Madonna and Child Enthroned

by Giotto

Renaissance (14th century A.D.)

• characterized by Light, Weight, and Inward Extension
• angels kneeling in front of throne
• doesnt show both eyes (different from Byzantine approach)
• shade (not shadow
• Chiaroscuro: Play between light and shade

Question 3

Answer 3

Arena Chapel

in Padua, Italy

Renaissance (14th century A.D.)

• located in ruins of small Roman Amphitheatre
• lots of painting inside

Question 4

Answer 4

Lamentation

by Giotto, in Arena Chapel

Renaissance (14th century A.D.)

• chirst has been crucified, mary and disciples mourn death
• angles in heaven ripping garments
• Jesus is focal point in bottom left corner
• people leaving toward him draw attention
• backs of 2 figures presented, brings viewer into composition
• Mary looking at face of dead child transcends religious boundaries