Renaissance Art, Architecture, and Literature

Vocabulary flashcards covering key Renaissance artists, architects, books, and concepts from the lecture notes.

Donatello

Famous sculptor during the Renaissance who focused on the classics and religious figures, known for his sculpture of David.

Leonardo da Vinci

One of the most famous artists who painted the Mona Lisa and the Last Supper.

Raphael

Student of Da Vinci who painted the School of Athens and perfectly combined all aspects of the Renaissance.

Michelangelo

Artist who worked for the Pope and painted the Cystine Chapel.

Middle age architecture

Architecture style that was gothic.

Renaissance architecture

Architecture focused on inspiration from ancient Greek and Roman architecture, like domes, columns, and arches.

The Book of Courtier

A book that described manners, skills, and learning about the men and women of the government.

The Prince

A book written by Machiavelli.

Machiavellian

A term used today meaning you do whatever you have to do to get what you want.