Renaissance Achievements

Vernacular

A native language used during the Renaissance period for writing and communication.

Skepticism

The practice of questioning assumptions and examining everything, which became part of the scientific method during the Renaissance.

Movable-type printing press

An innovation that had a tremendous impact during the Renaissance, leading to increased literacy rates and the spread of new ideas.

Chiaroscuro

The use of light and shadow in art to give scenes depth and fullness, a technique popular among Renaissance painters.

Perspective

A technique used by Renaissance artists to show three dimensions on a flat surface, contributing to the realistic portrayal of subjects.

Palladian style

An architectural style inspired by Andrea Palladio, which influenced architecture in Europe and the United States during the Renaissance.

Byzantine

A style that influenced Russian architecture during the Renaissance, blending Italian, Byzantine, and Russian traditions.

Moorish

A style developed during Islamic rule in Spain, combined with classical elements to create a distinctive Spanish architectural style.

Humanism

A key belief during the Renaissance that emphasized the dignity of the individual and led to the rise of democratic ideas.

Age of Exploration

A period of curiosity and discovery sparked by Renaissance innovations and advancements in navigational tools.