Mannerism developed in the 16th century in Italy as a reaction against the principles of the High Renaissance. It focused on elongated and exaggerated human forms depicted in unnatural poses and settings. Mannerist artworks often contained distorted figures, artificial colors, and unrealistic proportions that created a feeling of tension and instability. This style reflected the turmoil in Europe during its rise and provided a transition between the Renaissance and Baroque periods.

1. Mannerism (1520-1600)

3. Michelangelo’s “Last Judgment” (Sistine Chapel)

4. Michelangelo’s “Last Judgment” (Sistine Chapel – left side)

5. Michelangelo’s “Last Judgment” (Sistine Chapel – right side)

6. Features of Mannerism

26. Baroque Art & Architecture

29. St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City by Gialorenzo Bernini

30. Church of Santiago de Compostella, Spain

31. Church of Veltenberg Altar, Germany

32. “ St. Francis in Ecstasy” Caravaggio, 1595

33. “ The Flagellation of Christ” by Caravaggio

34. “ David and Goliath” by Caravaggio

35. “ Salome with the Head of the Baptist” by Caravaggio

36. “ The Cardsharps” Caravaggio, 1595

37. “ The Dead Christ Mourned” Annibale Carracci, 1603

38. “ The Virgin Appearing to St. Hyacinthe” Lodovico Carracci 1594

39. “ Christ on the Cross” Diego Velazquez, 1632

40. “ The Elevation of the Cross” by Peter Paul Reubens 1610-11

41. “ The Lamentation” by Peter Paul Reubens 1609-11

42. “ Battle of the Amazons” Peter Paul Reubens

43. “ The Garden of Love” Peter Paul Reubens, 1630-32

44. “ The Ecstasy of St. Theresa of Avila” by Gianlorenzo Bernini 1647-52

45. Baroque Furniture

46. Baroque Furniture

47. A Baroque Room