Secular Painting in the 15th Century

"The Battle of San Romano" by Paolo Uccello In the 15th century, whether in Italy or Northern Europe, the majority of visual arts remained religious. Although portraits were on the rise and no longer limited to members of ruling families, they were still scarce compared to religious depictions like "Madonna [...]

The Application of Geometry and Landscape Painting in 15th Century Italian Art

15th-century Italy, the birthplace of the Renaissance, saw artists exploring and integrating geometry and natural landscapes into their work, creating masterpieces characterized by scientific precision and aesthetic value. The combination of geometry and landscape painting not only enhanced the visual impact of art but also introduced new methods and concepts [...]

The Introduction and Development of Religious Imagery in 15th Century Italy

The 15th century in Italy was a time when religion and art were deeply intertwined, and religious imagery saw significant development and proliferation. This period's religious reform movements, led by ascetic monks and friars, brought about major changes within the Church. These reforms influenced not only religious beliefs and practices [...]

Faith and Humanism in Renaissance Sculpture

The Renaissance was a time of great transformation and creativity, where artists found a unique balance between Christian faith and humanism. Though these two might seem opposed on the surface, they were actually intertwined during the Renaissance, jointly fostering the era’s artistic and cultural flourishing. Monumental Tomb of Carlo Marsuppini [...]

The Bronze Art of Bertoldo, Pisanello, and Pollaiuolo

Bertoldo di Giovanni (c. 1420-1491), a student and assistant of Donatello, and later a teacher of Michelangelo, made significant contributions to Renaissance art through his small-scale works, particularly medals and bronze statuettes. These works encapsulate the Renaissance ideals in a condensed form, serving as a bridge between two of the [...]