To some people this was a dark period, but to others it was a fascinating period worthy of study (Getlein). This was a time of extreme religious involvement and remarkable achievement. A magnificent Palace Chapel was built for Emperor Charlemagne seen here in figure 1.1. This is a picture of the outside of the chapel and the ceiling of the chapel. The Chapel of Charlemagne is considered a masterpiece of Carolingian architecture and is the best know surviving example of a Palatine Chapel.
In modern times the dove has many meanings, it can represent; the Holy Ghost, peace, and innocence. “There are also different meanings for different colored doves. Christ redeeming man with his blood is symbolized by the red dove. The diversity of the 12 prophets is symbolized by the speckled dove.” (Parsons, 2011) In “Gregory the Great and Three Scribes” the write dove is used to represent the Holy Spirit. This was important as it taught that the text written by St Gregory was inspired by God.
St. Francis has influence the artwork of Giotto, the best-known naturalistic painter of his period. Many times Francis celebrated the action of divine grace in his life, which is the essential and beautiful of true sacrament. He feared that the pursuit of any sort of wealth would divert one from fulfilling the gospels ("Christmas Crib"). In the miracle of the crib at Greccio shows a mass celebrated the remembering of the birth of the Savior. Francis seems to be preaching at this Mass and his words were loving.
Michelangelo depicts David as a strong, godlike figure, emphasizing the size of his hands and feet. As one of the first nude sculptures since the Greek and Roman times, “David” portrays a scene in the Bible story of David & Goliath, where man defeats the supernatural. “The Last Supper” by Italian artist and scientist Leonardo da Vinci conveys the Renaissance belief that accuracy is more important than the abstract. By slanting the walls and opening the windows in the painting, da Vinci gives the viewer an illusion of depth, which makes the piece more realistic. The famous Santa Maria del Fiore (or “Duomo of Florence”), by Italian architect Filippo Brunelleschi, conveys the humanistic concept of reviving the past because the shapes, columns, and proportion of the Duomo were all in imitation of ancient Roman architecture.
Northern and Italian Renaissance Northern Renaissance Jan van Eyck “Ghent Altarpiece” (open and closed) 1432 (Kleiner, p. 402-403). A world famous Netherlandish painter, and the author of one of the largest retables of the 15th century. “Ghent Altarpiece” revealed political and social connections that prevailed in that period. The top-center exterior panels depict a husband and a wife – two donors, piously gazing at Ghent’s patron saints. In the left and right top panel van Eyck depicted Zachariah and Micah – Old Testament prophets.
The piece has a medieval convention by using a flat, gold background. Rogier has made the surface with naturalistic textures and detail. The hair and even the tears look realistic. Crucifixion, the front cover of the Lindau Gospels, was a reflection of Charlemagne's dedication of books and learning. This book, containing the life of Christ, was held in high esteem.
Wealthy citizens commissioned specific art for both secular and religious projects. Though medieval tradition of religious subjects and stories from the bible continued this was combined with ideals of human figures and nature. This paper will describe, analyze, and interpret The Usurers by Marinus Van Reymerswaele. The Usurers,
When I looked at the date when this was created I immediately guessed that he might have been a student of Giotto di Bondone. I thought this because I learned that Giotto was the most influential western artist of all time. He was a master of the International Gothic style which basically combined Byzantine and northern European art. Perhaps
Unit 1 Paper An Analysis of "Madonna and Child with Saint Anne in a Landscape" The Renaissance was a result of the new theology of humanism , a revival of the cultural and philosophical antiquities of society. This movement centered around the human's potential to achieve great success. Humanism initially began in the late 14th and early 15th century as a predominantly literary movement. An example of such literature is Petrarch's Letter: The Ascent of Mount Ventoux, which highlights the greatness that can be found in humans but not in nature. As humanism quickly gained popularity, its influence permeated to the arts - renewing the idea of classical art forms.
This rebirthing period brought forward a new culture of humanistic values of Christianity, new ideas in science, philosophy, and politics as well as in literature and the fine arts. This was also a time of hierarchy, whereas, the social status of your parents deemed your place in society. In this Renaissance period of history, we find such great painting artist such as Leonardo Da Vinci, known for his painting of “The Last Supper” and the “Mona Lisa.” His work has demonstrated distinction and precision of the humanistic side of the characters in his paintings. It has great definition in the details of emotion and expression, included in the facial features, attire and surroundings. He captures the realism in both paintings.