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THE ITALIAN RENAISSANCE - Coggle Diagram
THE ITALIAN RENAISSANCE
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ARCHITECTURE
Domes: the most notable examples are Florence Cathedral (by Brunelleschi) and Saint Peter's Basilica in Rome (by Michelangelo).
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Semi-circular arches and coffered ceilings (such as those in the church of San Lorenzo in Florence, by Brunelleschi).
Triangular pediments, friezes, geometric designs and scrolls (an example is the façade of the Basilica Santa Maria Novella)
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PAINTING AND SCULPTURE
NEW INTERESTS
Idealism and serenity: painters and sculptors tried to reflect reality. At the same time, influenced by the ideas of the Greek philosopher Plato, they aimed to portray an ideal beauty.
The human body: the Italian painters and sculptors were interested in the anatomy of the human body.
The search for balance and proportion: Renaissance artists studied the elements of a scene and arranged them symmetrically, in an order that guided the view of the observer.
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NEW SUBJECTS
In addition to themes related to Christianity, mythological themes were adopted from Classical Antiquity.
More portraits were painted due to the increase in demand from nobles, clergy and the upper bourgeoisie. Equestrian portraits also became popular.
Nature, landscapes and buildings were portrayed
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