History

Florence

City where many Renaissance events took place.

Filipo Brunelleschi

A genius drawn to old world mysteries, known for his bad temper and brilliance.

Defenestration

Punishment of being thrown out a window.

Knowledge

What the men were searching for, believing it would give them power.

Cosimo De' Medici

Key figure who was banished from Florence and involved in finance to run for pope.

Patron

A supporter, particularly of the arts.

Unfinished dome of Florence

A significant embarrassment for the city that remained incomplete for 100 years.

Johann Gutenberg

Craftsman who invented the printing press, revolutionizing book production.

Humanism

Focus on classical texts leading to the Renaissance's emphasis on human potential.

Utopia

Greek for 'no place'; in English, it signifies an ideal place.

Christian Humanism

Movement that combined Italian humanist ideas with Christian teachings to reform society.

Leonardo Da Vinci

Painter and sculptor known for iconic works like the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper.

Michelangelo

Famous artist primarily recognized for the Sistine Chapel and the statue of David.

Realism

Art style focused on depicting subjects as they are, a characteristic of Renaissance art.

The Last Judgment

Wall painting by Michelangelo differing from the joyful Sistine Chapel ceiling in its dark themes.

Machiavelli

Author known for 'The Prince', advocating for effectiveness in political leadership over morality.

Donatello

Sculptor famous for creating the first free-standing sculpture.

Vasari

Artist and architect known as the Father of Modern Art History for his biographies of Renaissance artists.

Erasmus

Christian humanist who wrote 'Praise of Folly' focusing on church reform.

The School of Athens

Famous painting by Raphael representing various philosophers.

Dante

Author of 'The Divine Comedy', written in Italian vernacular, exploring themes of hell, heaven, and purgatory.

Sistine Chapel

A major work by Michelangelo showcasing scenes from Genesis.

Albrecht Durer

German artist known for his detailed engravings and contributions to realism.

Leonardo's Vitruvian Man

Illustration symbolizing humanism through the study of human proportions and symmetry.

Art Characteristics of the Renaissance

Realism, perspective, classicism, geometric elements, light and shading.

Anguisola

Notable female portrait painter during the Renaissance.

Christine de Pizan

An early feminist author known for advocating gender equality.

Colonna

Writer recognized for personal poetry from a female perspective.