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The Renaissance, meaning "rebirth," marked a transformative period from 1300 to 1600 CE, primarily originating in Italy. It heralded a revival of Greek and Roman thought and art, fueled by Italy's role as a vital link for Eastern goods and ideas. This era shifted European thinking from collective ideals to individual human potential, emphasizing the importance of earthly pleasures over spiritual concerns. Humanism emerged, focusing on the individual’s achievements across various disciplines, supported by wealthy patrons like the Medici family. Artistic techniques like perspective transformed visual arts, while vernacular languages gained prominence.
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The Renaissance 1300-1600 CE
Renaissance means “rebirth” • The rebirth of Greek/Roman thought and art. • Began in Italy. • Italy was the merchant of eastern goods (Middle East & Asia) for western Europe.
The Italians picked up new ideas from the Muslims and “rediscovered” Greek/Roman learning from monasteries and Arabic scholars.
European thinking changes • From the importance of the group to the importance of the individual. • From heavenly rewards to earthly pleasures.
European thinking changes • From afterlife to this life on Earth. • From the religious to the secular-worldly concerns of the here and now are more important than the spiritual concerns of the future.
Humanism • Movement that focused on human potential and achievements.
Renaissance Man • Ideal individual the tried to master every area of study. • Painting • Politics • Writing • Poetry • Wrestling • Sword fighting • Horseback riding • Musician • Dancer
Patrons • Wealthy merchants and church leaders that supported the arts. • Medici family
Perspective • Art technique that shows three dimensions.
Vernacular • Native language-everyday language spoken in the streets, fields, and homes. • French • German • Italian • Spanish • Dutch • NOT LATIN OR GREEK