The document discusses the evolution of the humanities, highlighting time capsules rumored to contain significant works from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. It details the artistic advancements of the Renaissance, the architectural styles of the Baroque, and the philosophical shifts toward humanism during these eras. The time capsules symbolize pivotal cultural achievements and reflect the enduring impact of human expression throughout history.

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HUM 102: Intro to the Humanities II
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Introduction
Throughout time the humanities have evolved and proof of this evolution is seen in each of the
different concepts that humanities cover. There are several time capsules that are rumored to
contain pieces of some of the most influential art, music, architecture, philosophy, and literature in
the Renaissance and Baroque periods. To find these capsules would be to travel back in time and
hold in one's hands the true measure of what the humanities has accomplished during its evolution.
Art The Renaissance was perceived as a rebirth of ancient traditions. It breathed new life into the
artists of its time with the development of new techniques and new artistic...show more content...
He was known for the "order" within his work. He incorporated mathematical order into his
buildings and is well–known for the work he accomplished for the Cathedral of Florence. The
Architecture Time Capsule contains the document with the blessing from the cornerstone of this
great church. The Baroque style of architecture focused less on mathematical order and more on
boldness. Colonnades, domes, color effects, volume, and void are all concepts of the Baroque style
of architecture. The Piazza of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome is a great example of Baroque architecture
in its preference for the grandiose. It captures all of the concepts that dominated the Baroque style of
architecture and brings them together to create something that is visually stunning. The time capsule
contains a painting depicting the aerial view of the colonnade and piazza of St. Peter's. The piazza
was so large and spectacular that it could accommodate more than 250,000 people.
Philosophy Philosophy during the Renaissance was also about the rebirth of mankind. Renaissance
philosophy covered the rebirth of classical civilization and learning. Humanism, the effort to recover
and revive Greco–Roman culture, was introduced and the way people thought about and understood
their purpose in life was changed forever. Humanism led people back to the old programs of study
that embraced grammar, rhetoric, history, poetry, and moral philosophy. The Philosophy Time
capsule contains a copy of
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