The Grandeur of the Renaissance
The Renaissance was a fervent period of European cultural, artistic, political, and economic “rebirth” following the Middle Ages. Generally described as taking place from the 14th century to the 17th century, the Renaissance promoted the rediscovery of classical philosophy, literature, and art.
Renowned Artists
- Leonardo da Vinci
- Michelangelo Buonarroti
- Raphael Sanzio
- Titian
The Art Techniques
The Renaissance was an era of great innovation. Artists experimented with new techniques, including:
- Perspective drawing
- Chiaroscuro (the use of strong contrasts between light and dark)
- Sfumato (allowing tones and colors to shade gradually into one another)