Renaissance Review

Annunciation

The announcement by the Angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary that she would conceive the Son of God, Jesus.

Visitation

The visit of Mary to her cousin Elizabeth, during which Elizabeth's unborn child, John the Baptist, leaped in her womb in recognition of the presence of Jesus.

Nativity

The birth of Jesus Christ in Bethlehem, celebrated as a pivotal event in Christianity, often depicted in art with Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds.

Last Supper

The final meal shared by Jesus and his apostles before his crucifixion, during which he instituted the Eucharist and foretold his betrayal.

The Passion

The suffering and crucifixion of Jesus Christ, a central theme in Christian theology, symbolizing redemption and sacrifice for humanity's sins.

Last Judgement

The final judgment of souls by Jesus Christ at the end of time, depicted in art as a moment of divine justice where the righteous are rewarded and the wicked are condemned.

Lamentation

A scene depicting the mourning of Christ after his crucifixion, often portrayed with the Virgin Mary and other figures expressing profound sorrow.

Très Riches Heures du Duc de Berry

A richly illuminated manuscript created by the Limbourg Brothers, showcasing the daily prayers and devotions of the owner.

Northern Beauties

A term used to describe physical features in northern art, such as pale skin, belly pudge, and wide foreheads.

Continuous narrative

An art piece that has multiple scenes of a story represented on a single canvas.

Memento Mori

A symbolic reminder of human mortality found in artworks, often associated with Italian pieces.

Della-Robbia

A family known for their use of terracotta in their artistic works, noted for being cheaper and more accessible.

Botticelli

The artist known for creating the Birth of Venus, noted for his use of curvilinear lines and weightless forms.

Linear Perspective

A perspective technique that became popular during the Renaissance, allowing for a three-dimensional appearance on a two-dimensional surface.

Claus Sluter

Artist famous for the Well of Moses, featuring life-sized prophets holding scrolls.

Les Tres Riches Heures de Duc de Berry

A prayer book/manuscript by the Limbourg Brothers characterized by the integration of secular and non-secular art.