WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE RENAISSANCE AND REFORMATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which was NOT a characteristic of Renaissance art?
A
More secular subjects than before
B
More focus on perspective than before
C
More realistic human figures than before
D
More religious subjects than before
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Renaissance art is marked by a gradual shift from the abstract forms of the medieval period to the representational forms of the 15th century. Subjects grew from mostly biblical scenes to include portraits, episodes from Classical religion, and events from contemporary life.

Detailed explanation-2: -Although Renaissance culture was becoming increasingly secular, religion was still important to daily life, especially in Italy, where the seat of Roman Catholicism was located. A good portion of Renaissance art depicted scenes from the Bible or was commissioned by the church.

Detailed explanation-3: -Characteristics of the Renaissance include a renewed interest in classical antiquity; a rise in humanist philosophy (a belief in self, human worth, and individual dignity); and radical changes in ideas about religion, politics, and science.

Detailed explanation-4: -Rebirth of Naturalism. Perspective and Depth in Art. Create Non Religious Themes. Privately Owned Art. Advancements in new technologies such as printing and gunpowder. Shift in balance of power among Europe’s ruling elite. More items

Detailed explanation-5: -A positive willingness to learn and explore. Faith in the nobility of man-Humanism. The discovery and mastery of linear perspective. Rebirth of Naturalism. Secularism. 27-Jan-2022

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