WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE RENAISSANCE AND REFORMATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How was Renaissance art different from medieval art? Choose the TWO correct answers.
A
Medieval art had religious themes.
B
Renaissance art included scenes from ancient mythology, portraits of wealthy people, and landscapes.
C
Renaissance art had religious themes.
D
Medieval art included scenes from ancient mythology, portraits of wealthy people, and landscapes.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -What made the Renaissance Period so significant? The Renaissance period cultivated a new change in art, knowledge, and culture. It changed the way the citizens thought, with first the rediscovery of classical philosophy, literature, and art, as well as the new discoveries in travel, invention, and style.

Detailed explanation-2: -Renaissance art was a combined influence of nature, classical learning, and individuality of man. The key difference between these two forms is that while Baroque art is characterized by ornate details, Renaissance art is characterized by the fusion of Christianity and science in order to create realism through art.

Detailed explanation-3: -Both medieval and renaissance art was interested in religious subjects, although the revival also began to explore secular themes. Both periods saw an increased emphasis on classical ideals, with a resurgence of interest in ancient Greek and Roman art.

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