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Flashcards on Renaissance: Art and Humanism
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What was the Renaissance?
A period of cultural rebirth in Europe during the 14th to 17th centuries.
What is humanism?
An intellectual movement that emphasized the worth and potential of individuals.
Who were the Medici family?
A wealthy and influential family in Renaissance Florence who supported artists and scholars.
Who painted the Mona Lisa?
Leonardo da Vinci.
Who sculpted the statue of David?
Michelangelo
What is perspective in art?
A technique used to create the illusion of depth and three-dimensionality.
Who wrote 'The Prince'?
Niccolò Machiavelli
What is chiaroscuro?
The use of light and shadow to create contrast and depth in art.
What is the Sistine Chapel known for?
Its ceiling painted by Michelangelo.
Who was the leading sculptor of the High Renaissance?
Gian Lorenzo Bernini
What was the impact of the Renaissance on art?
It led to the development of new techniques, perspectives, and human-focused themes.
Which artist is known for his 'School of Athens' fresco?
Raphael
What is a patron of the arts?
A person or group who financially supports artists and their work.
What is sfumato?
A painting technique that involves blending colors and tones to create soft edges.
What are some characteristics of Renaissance art?
Realism, emphasis on human anatomy, use of light and shadow.
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Who painted the Mona Lisa?
Leonardo da Vinci
Michelangelo
Raphael
Vincent van Gogh
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What is the Sistine Chapel known for?
Its architecture
Its ceiling painted by Michelangelo
Its collection of sculptures
Its stained glass windows
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Who sculpted the statue of David?
Leonardo da Vinci
Michelangelo
Donatello
Pablo Picasso
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What is humanism?
A style of painting
An intellectual movement that emphasized individual worth
A form of religious worship
A type of government
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What is perspective in art?
A technique used to create the illusion of depth
A type of paintbrush
A style of sculpture
A form of musical notation
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Who wrote 'The Prince'?
Leonardo da Vinci
Raphael
Niccolò Machiavelli
Michelangelo
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What is chiaroscuro?
The use of light and shadow in art
A type of musical instrument
A style of dance
A form of architectural design
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Who was the leading sculptor of the High Renaissance?
Leonardo da Vinci
Raphael
Gian Lorenzo Bernini
Titian
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Which artist is known for his 'School of Athens' fresco?
Leonardo da Vinci
Raphael
Michelangelo
Claude Monet
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What is sfumato?
A type of pasta
A painting technique involving blending colors and tones
A style of architecture
A form of poetry
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