The Italian Renaissance began the opening phase of a period of significant cultural change and achievement in Europe that spanned the period from the end of the 14th century to about 1600, marking the transition between Medieval and Early Modern Europe. The word renaissance in French (rinascimento in Italian) means “rebirth.” The era is best known for the renewed interest in the ...
There are many iconic artists and sculptors who took the Italian renaissance to dizzying heights and one of them is Donatello di Niccolo di Betto Bardi, commonly referred to as Donatello. Born in Florence, Italy, in the 14th century, he belonged to a well-known family. He got into stone carving early in life. He became ...
Simplistic and paradoxically expressive, drawings and the merits of the craft have recently been showcased in many art institutions around the world. From the exhibit Michelangelo: Divine Draftsman and Designer at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York to the UK tour of Leonardo DaVinci’s drawings, these exhibitions serve to highlight the importance of drawing ...
© 2024 nspirement. All rights reserved
