Renaissance

1. Renaissance- a period of European history, lasting from about 1300-1600, during which renewed interest in classical culture led to far-reaching changes in art, learning, and views of the world

humanism-An intellectual movement that focused on human potential and achievements. 

Secular-Concerned with worldly rather than spiritual matters

Patron-Supports artists especially financially

Perspective-Artistic technique creates 3-D appearances

Vernacular-Every day language of people in a region or country

3.What are some of the characteristics of the "Renaissance man" and "Renaissance woman"?

Renaissance men who excelled in many fields was praised as a universal man. A young man should be charming, witty, well educated, know how to dance, sing, play music, and write poetry. He should also be a skilled rider, wrestler, and swordsman. They were expected to inspire art but not create it. They were better educated than medieval women but had little influence in politics.

How did Italy's cities help to make it the birthplace of the Renaissance?

It had thriving cities, a wealthy merchant class, and the classical heritage of ancient Greece.

What was the attitude of Church leaders and the wealthy toward the arts? Why?

They beautified Rome and other cities by spending huge amounts on the arts. They became patrons by financially supporting artists. Wealthy families were also patrons of the arts. They had their importance demonstrated by having their portraits painted in public squares.