2. 5 ideals of The Renaissance
• Humanism – shows influence of classic styles
• Secularism – questions religion, places other
pursuits above religion
• Individualism – importance of what the individual
can achieve/attain
• Rationalism – critical thinking, scientific analysis
• Virtu – ability & talent (virtuoso not virtue)
3. Renaissance Art
• Distinguished itself from the art of the Middle
Ages:
– Attention to details
• Perspective
• Human body
• Preparation & sketches
– Subject matter
• Religious themes still popular, but…
• Greek & Roman influences
• Branch out into other subjects
4. Renaissance Art, cont’d
– New mediums
• Bronze sculpture in addition to traditional
marble
• Oil paints start to replace tempura
– Individualism
• Artists begin to sign works
• Patrons sponsor art to glorify themselves
11. THE LAST SUPPER
1495 – Jesus and Apostles, 4 years to complete.
Back wall of the dinning hall Dominican convent at Sta Maria delle Grazie.
Tempera –egg yolk and vinegar, peeled very easily, been restored many times
19. Sistine
Chapel
Sistine Chapel built in 1470 - 40 by 130feet – more than 5000 sq ft of ceiling
1508-1512 - Michelangelo hired by Pope Julius II to paint the ceiling
Fresco-plaster put on then scored in the drawing, Michelangelo would then paint the basic colors
Old Testament – over 300 figures, Received no payment
Sistine Chapel built in 1470- 40 by 130feet – more than 5000 sq ft of ceiling1508-1512- Michelangelo hired by Pope Julius II to paint the ceilingOld Testament – over 300 figuresFresco – plaster put on then scored in the drawing – Michelangelo would then paint the basic colorsReceived no payment
