Form, Style and Function - Discovery of Antiquity and Development of Sacred Art

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When was the early Renaissance and when did it began and end?

During the 15th century. It started in 1420 with Masaccio's religious paintings, that were slightly more realistic than the Medieval ones. It ended around 1500 with Pope Julius II.

How can the Early Renaissance be characterised?

1. The revival of Classicism.
2. A better understanding of anatomical correctness.
3. A desire for naturalism. 
4. The use of chiaroscuro.
5. The single-point linear perspective.

What are the characteristics of the Baroque?

1. It is dynamic as opposed to the static Renaissance.
2. It is naturalistic.
3. The colours and light are dramatic. 
4. The subjects can be very emotional.
5. It is versatile and transient.
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What does Baroque architecture look like?

It contains many Classical elements, such as columns and the perfect ratio, but it is also dynamic and with rounder shapes.

When was the Neo-classical era?

Between the mid-eightteenth century and the early nineteenth century.

What are the characteristics of Neo-classicism?

1. They are strongly influenced by Antiquity.
2. They value sobriety.
3. They are academic/often propagandistic.

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