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1 The Renaissance

2 Beginning of the Renaissance
Italian Cities Urban Societies Major Trading Centers Secular Moved away from life in the church Focuses more on material objects and enjoying life Renaissance means “Rebirth” Europe was recovering from the Plague People lost their faith in the church and began to put more focus on human beings

3 Northern Renaissance Renaissance spreads to the rest of Europe England
William Shakespeare France Jules Michelet Holy Roman Empire Johann Gutenberg Netherlands Hans Holbien Jan van Eyck Brings about the Age of Discovery

4 Literature - Humanism 3 Main ideas: Famous Humanists
Improvement through study & reflection Commitment to public service Life long learning (Well Rounded) Secular Movement Focus on Classics- Greek and Roman ideas Human Nature Famous Humanists Erasmus Sir Thomas More

5 Political Ideas Niccolò Machiavelli The Prince
Machiavelli observed city-state rulers of his day and produced guidelines for the acquisition and maintenance of power by absolute rule. “Is it better to be feared or loved?” He felt that a ruler should be willing to do anything to maintain control, he thought its better to be feared.

6 Art Elements of Renaissance Art
Emphasis on individuals & interaction between people Classicism: inspiration from Greece & Rome Perspective Realism and emotion Light and shadows Famous Artists Donatello Michelangelo Leonardo Da Vinci Raphael

7 Art Activity Directions: In your notes write down whether or not you belief that the following pieces of art is Renaissance or not.

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