The Chapel of Charlemagne is considered a masterpiece of Carolingian architecture and is the best know surviving example of a Palatine Chapel. Figure 1.1 Palatine Chapel in the cathedral at Aachen, Ger. The central portion of the structure was built by Charlemagne, and the other sections were built later. Vanni/Art Resource, New York The Middle Ages art and architecture was divided into two periods Romanesque and Gothic. Building rooms such as the Abbey Church of Sainte-foy in France marked the Romanesque period shown here in figure 1.2.
Justinian was one of ther greatest Emperorors of all time. As ruler of the Byzantine Empire, Justinian created many thngs during his reign; like the Hagia Sophia Church. He played a big role in the military. He also created the legal code and renovated the byzantine Empirebuilt many public works, created a beautiful church known as the Hagia Sophia, created the legal code, and had a large role in military. Justinian left a mark on the world and his name is still known today.
10). He greatly influenced the first (Charlingian) Renaissance which promoted art and education. The Christian Emperor “sponsored a revival of learning and literacy” (pg 10); he also (for the time) modernized the Roman script into what is known as minuscule. How did Viking invasions affect early medieval life in Western Europe? (think cause and effect) -The Normans brought Feudalism and Fealty into Western Europe, they contributed to the basis for tax collection.
4.) He reformed the Law and made it Justinian's code 5.) He ordered the construction of Hagia Sophia is legacy was his architecture ..... as well as architecture such as the Hagia Sophia's restoration he proceeded with the codification of the new law and restored the roman empire by reconquering lands such as Italy. He extended Byzantine teritory and influence,his building programme (which included the Hagia Sophia) gave not just Constantinople but all the areas under Byzantine control beautiful churches (and as a byproduct spread Byzantine building technology),and his Justinian Code is still the basis of many legal codes today.He also invented the convenience store,and set up silk production in Constantinople independent of China,thus breaking the Chinese monopoly on silk supplies to Europe - something which made the Byzantine empire a LOT of money.He showed that the Byzantines were a major power internationally again,not just a regional power.This gave the Byzantine empire more wealth,more power,more status,and thus more influence internationally.
Quattrocento also known as the Italian Renaissance was a pivotal time for individuals in the art world. Many artist were discovered and are still considered famous today. These pioneer artist displayed a presence of scientific, cultural and economics through christianity putting forth techniques and ideas that are still used currently.The most renowned 15th century frescoes would be The Sistine Chapel. It is a perfect example of linear perspective in Perugino's Christ Delivering the Keys of the Kingdom to Peter. Some of the most important collection of Renaissance painting would be that of Federico da Montefeltro who helped Urbino flourish in art and culture and commissioned perhaps the largest library in Italy with the paintings in Monefelto's court displaying the first theoretical treatise on perspective.
• His achievements stand among the most significant of the early Middle ages. Made Latin the written and spoken language of his empire. Made many reforms such as judicial and legal reforms. Preserved much of the literary heritage of ancient Rome. • Throughout his life, Charlemagne had worshiped God devoutly, supported the church, given to the needy, and even built a magnificent cathedral.
Gregory Jackson 10/10/2014 Professor Cox HUM-201-10-F14 American monuments that reflect the influence of Roman sculpture and/or architecture Growing up in the Washington D.C Metropolitan area I have seen many different sculptures, buildings, and murals. In addition, the building that reflects the influence of a Roman sculpture the most would have to be the Washington monument, but as a child we called it the upside-down pencil. The Washington Monument is a tall, four-sided, narrow tapering monument which ends in a pyramid shape at the top. The monument was built to commend the first documented President of the United States George Washington. According to nationalparkservice.gov, “The Washington Monument towers above the city that bears his name, serving as an awe-inspiring reminder of George Washington's greatness”.
<br> <br>In the way of order they left several forts, most of them connected to the two giant walls: Hadrian's Wall (right) and the Antonine Wall (left). Both were ordered built by emperors and named after themselves. Both, of course, were built to contain what the Romans thought of barbarians in the north. Both stand, in part, to this day. It is a testament to Roman craftsmanship and British respect for the past.
One of the most famous dates in history, 1066, is the year William the Conqueror invaded and conquered England at the Battle of Hastings. In 1066 The Year of the Conquest, by David Howarth, Howarth draws from a plethora of contemporary sources that provide details of major leaders and their possible motivations for the conquest of 1066. Some historians say the successful Norman conquest of England was a highly probable outcome, while others, like Howarth, argue it was a fluke. A fluke can be defined as good luck, or a stroke of luck. Based on Howarth’s 1066 The Year of the Conquest, and a number of other primary and secondary sources, there were many possible causes for William the Conqueror’s invasion of England which all suggest the outcome of 1066 to be a fluke.
During the 1400- 1517, the conditions of the church changed. With the papal conflict with the German emperor Frederick II, followed by the Babylonian Captivity and the Great Schism it damaged the prestige of church leaders badly. The Renaissance was a period of rebirth and renewal. During the Renaissance, essential figures such as Martin Luther, Pope Leo X and Pope Nicholas, were accountable for the Protestant Reformation. According to(2000), “The four main Protestant traditions that emerged from the Reformation were the Lutheran (known in continental Europe as Evangelical), the Calvinist (Reformed), the Anabaptist, and the Anglican.