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The European Renaissance, 2005.
This paper discusses that the influence of the classical world on the European Renaissance was considerably more profound than is often realized.
2,690 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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This paper explains that the Renaissance marked the first time in centuries that Europeans had launched anything like a concerted and scientific attempt to investigate and record the past. The author points out that, in rediscovering the works of the great Classical historians such as Tacitus, Livy and Herodotus, the scholars of the later Middle Ages and Early Renaissance were digging into more than simply a huge treasure-trove of information; they were also unearthing a long-lost method of logic and inquiry. The paper stresses that, in reexamining these ancient histories, the great minds of the Renaissance were beginning to set limits on what was acceptable and what was not acceptable in academic research, to be critical of the material, not always automatically assuming that all was correct, the recorder of that material had been unbiased or had even been properly qualified to give the information at hand. Several long quotations.
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"The Renaissance's discovery of the concept of historical perspective was to have dramatic consequences at the time, but even more astounding consequences for the future. The realization that actions had direct consequences, that a provable pattern actually existed, forced human beings to look at, and analyze their actions. Things could be seen to work because they truly made sense; and those things that "did not make sense" could be dispensed with - dispensed with the full understanding of what it was that was wrong with them. Our generation has inherited the taste for scientific experimentation that began in those far-off centuries. A reliance on the firm belief that there is a real logic to the world, and the cosmos, has permitted us to make discoveries that would have been impossible for our ancestors."
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Italian High Renaissance and North European Art, 2004.
Examines how artists such as Raphael Sanzio and Hieronymus Bosch came to represent the differing styles of 16th century European art.
1,114 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 38.95
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This paper examines 16th century European art. It first shows how, during this time, the Italian artists successfully claimed a very high place among the fine arts with their masterpieces. It focuses, in particular, on the artist most typical of the High Renaissance period, Raphael Sanzio (1483-1520). The paper looks at Sanzio's "School of Athens" as an example of his work. In contrast, while this great art movement was occurring in Italy, the lands beyond the Alps were still immersed in the Gothic manner, which persisted well into the 16th century in the north of Europe. The paper examines the work of Flanders artist, Hieronymus Bosch, and his painting, "Garden of Earthly Delights".
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"The subjects in this painting are apparently derived in part from three major sources, being Medieval bestiaries, Flemish proverbs and the then very popular dream books, all intertwined in the melting pot of Bosch's astonishingly inventive imagination. In addition, there are frequent allusions to magic and alchemy and animal and vegetable forms are mingled in the most absurd combinations. Symbols are scattered throughout the panels, such as "fruit for sexual pleasure, eggs for alchemy and sex, a rat for lies and fabrications and dead fish for memories of past joys.""
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Italian Renaissance and Artists, 2004.
An examination of the influence that Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael had on the European culture during the Renaissance.
2,508 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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Renaissance (?Rebirth?) refers to the period after the Middle Ages when a series of dynamic intellectual, cultural, and artistic movements, from the 14th to 16th century, catapulted Europe towards rapid development, leading to the Age of Enlightenment, the Industrial Revolution and modern times. During this rich period of exciting developments in arts, sciences, and politics, Italy was the major catalyst and became the cultural leader of Europe. It also produced several outstanding artists, such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael, who changed the face of European art forever and are worthy representatives of the Renaissance era. This paper is about the Italian Renaissance and the impact of the three great artists on European culture.
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Background
Italian Renaissance and its Emphasis on Art
Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)
Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564)
Raphael (1483-1520)
Conclusion
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"The period following the eclipse of the Roman Empire around 500 AD until the start of the ?Renaissance? at the start of the 14th century is known in history as the Middle Ages of Europe. The period saw the rise of Christianity and the power of the Church that became a major influence in culture as well as politics. The Christian doctrine focused on salvation and the life hereafter and de-emphasized the worldly life and possessions. The period also saw the rise and spread of Islam, although most of Europe remained under the Byzantine Empire and a fragmented West. Italy?s cities and towns in general became largely depopulated and the country, as a whole, became a rural society after the fall of the Roman Empire. This situation lasted until the 11th-12th century when Italy?s strategic location on the trade routes between Western Europe and the Muslim world and Asia helped revive commercial and trade activity in the region."
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The Italian Renaissance, 2006.
This paper explores the Italian Renaissance's Asian influences as opposed to Western or European.
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The paper examines how the Italian Renaissance is often discussed as the start of Modernism, which is regarded as a Western development. However, the paper explains that when the Italian Renaissance's arts are explored, they often show Asian and Islamic influences in forms, textiles, borrowed methods, pigments and styles. The paper refers to Rosamund Mack's volume and other articles to discuss Italian borrowings from Asia and Asia Minor. The paper provides a last note on just how 'Western' modernism is, as a movement through centuries that has European roots and carried on through the West.
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"Modernism is discussed as an European or Western phenomenon. Much stress is placed on the Italian Renaissance. However, one sees that this period had much Asian and Islamic influence. The weight put on Renaissance painting may detract notice of the Italian city-states as trading centres. Naturally, they knew many products and ideas from abroad. Muslim Influence in Italy: This section will give varied examples of art, products and methods that came from Asia Minor and East Asia, by way of the Silk Route or maritime trade to the East."
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The Harlem Renaissance, 2008.
This paper discusses the Harlem Renaissance as a period of changing times, especially for African Americans.
990 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper explains that the Harlem Renaissance, also known as the Black Literary Renaissance and The New Negro Movement, began in the neighborhood of Harlem in New York City. The author points out that the Harlem Renaissance promoted changes in music, literature, poetry and architecture. The paper relates that these changes started in the black community following the abolition of slavery and were quickened as a consequence of World War I. The author underscores that the Harlem Renaissance can be seen as the African-American cultural response to the great social and cultural changes taking place in America in the early twentieth century under the influence of industrialization and the start of a new mass culture. The paper describes Georgia Douglas Johnson, who wrote poetry and plays as an important player in this literary and cultural movement.
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I. The History of the Harlem Renaissance
A. The way the Harlem Renaissance started
B. How the Harlem Renaissance got its name
II. The changes that were made
A. The change in politics
B. The changes in the arts
III. Georgia Douglas Johnson
A. A brief biography
B. Her influence on the Harlem Renaissance
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"The Harlem Renaissance was a time of excitement and change for all of those who participated. It took many people to change the things that these people changed. Everything changed from music, art, movies, and politics. Many African- Americans from the southern states moved to Harlem during this time. The African- American community had established a middle class in many cities, with New York City being one. This time of movement can be referred to as the Great Migration. The Great Migration brought thousands of African- Americans to the northern cities like Cleveland, Chicago, and Philadelphia."
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The Renaissance, 2002.
This paper examines the cultural, social and political transition of Medieval Europe through the Renaissance.
1,845 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper explains that the Medieval Europeans wanted to restore their ancient heritage because of problems within their society; thereby, they molded parts of the Renaissance culture on the revival of their lost Greek and Roman heritage to find answers of faith, art and philosophy. The author points out that, because the Christian church was being overrun by corruption and he saw the need to revert back to a pure faith, Pico, a Renaissance philosopher, reconciled Platonic and Christian philosophy, stressing both the classical emphasis on human responsibility in shaping society and the religious trust in God's divine plan. The paper stresses that the Renaissance not only brought about imitation but also created new philosophies and saw the beginning of a religious revolution challenging the Catholic Church such as Martin Luther and John Calvin.
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"The Renaissance saw the re-establishment of Greek and Roman culture. This revival of the "Golden Age" blossomed from the hope of a better society. During the Middle Ages, a period of chaos and problematic situations began to evolve. Such catastrophes as the Black Plague, famine, holy wars, and political upheavals, led many people to seek comfort and answers from ancient Greece and the great Roman Empire. Turning to these civilizations, they found great significance in areas such as art, family, education, economic and political stability, as well as religion. These pieces of the "old world" proved important due to the disarray that their societies existed in. The model of Greek and Roman life became a solution in the hunt for a more peaceful and intellectual existence. Many humanists were the catalyst for an education and literary rebirth of Roman writings."
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The Renaissance Man and Woman, 2007.
This paper defines the qualities of the ideal Renaissance man or woman.
1,162 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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This paper examines the qualities deemed necessary for one to be considered a renaissance man or woman. These characteristics are taken from literary sources of the Renaissance. The features of the Renaissance man and woman suggest at once a superficial concern with appearances and at the same time an appreciation for the innate talents and abilities of every human being. The author takes issue with the lack of morality placed on the Renaissance man or women.
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"Physical prowess and mastery of weaponry are essential skills for Castiglione's Renaissance man. Both men and woman are victims of their physical endowments. According to Castiglione, being too tall or too short can hinder the development of a man's athletic skills (p. 34). The Renaissance man is also literally well-rounded: he should be agile and strong, with "shapely" limbs (Castiglione, p. 30, line 26). Renaissance women must also fulfill specific requirements. Though they should develop their bodies as well as their minds, Renaissance women should not undertake strenuous activities, as even dancing too energetically can impede her "womanly sweetness," (Castiglione, p. 35, line 192). Neither men nor women should take sport--or anything else--too seriously because being well-rounded is more important than being a specialist. At the same time, both Castiglione and Alberti infer an appreciation for the diligent development of specific talents and skills, whether tennis, dancing, or archery. Therefore, the ideal person is not a dilettante. When the Renaissance man or woman becomes proficient at something, he or she can show that skill off in polite company, though without conceit. Being what modern people would call "cool" is a key component of the Renaissance ideal. Castiglione calls that feature "nonchalance," and the Renaissance man and woman should be talented and modest at the same time."
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Renaissance, 2007.
This paper provides an examination of the Renaissance period.
1,730 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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In this article, the writer notes that for most historians and scholars, determining exactly when the Renaissance Period began has proven to be very difficult, but the majority believe that the embryo of the Renaissance era began in the early 15th century. The writer discusses the Renaissance period when the most influential men and women were those who, as a combined force, literally changed the way that humans think about the natural world and their existence within it. The writer maintains that the Renaissance period was indeed a time of triumph and artistic mastery and greatly shaped and convoluted the then known world. Further, the writer relates that it witnessed the growth and development of architecture, sculpture and painting as never before in the history of Western civilization. The writer concludes that the masters of the Renaissance created what today is called fine art.
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"The grandson of Cosimo de Medici was Lorenzo the Magnificent who went far beyond his grandfather in regards to accumulating masterpieces of art and the men who created them. As a poet, Lorenzo gathered about him an immense plethora of artists from all fields of study and extended his grandfather's library at Florence which helped to establish one of the first European centers for academic instruction in the arts, known as the Platonic Academy of Philosophy. Lorenzo also spend huge sums of money on the refurbishment of buildings and festivals dedicated to the arts."
"Thus, through the combined power and influence of the de Medici, the city of Florence became one of great beauty and stood as the capital of all the arts in Europe for more than two hundred years. Also, this flourishing of the arts in Florence resulted in tremendous growth in other European cities and extended well into the northern regions of Europe to create what is known as the Northern Renaissance."
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High Renaissance, 2004.
An insight into the High Renaissance era of art history.
1,168 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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This paper discusses the Renaissance movement, which took place in Europe from the early 14th to late 16th century, and witnessed a revival of interest in the values and artistic styles of classical antiquity, especially in Italy. In particular, it looks at how the culmination of the artistic revolution of the Early Renaissance led to what is now known as the High Renaissance to signify the period of explosion of creative genius, producing as it did the work of great artists, such as Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, and Michelangelo. It examines how High Renaissance Art touched unparalleled heights of creative expression because it brought the artist?s personal expression into well-established techniques and style, thereby increasing the dramatic force and physical presence of a work of art . It also shows how an essential characteristic of High Renaissance Art is seen as its unified balance between technical skill and the artist?s intuition or personal expression.
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"Leonardo da Vinci?s The Madonna of the Rocks exists in two, nearly identical versions; one, entirely credited to Leonardo, in the Louvre, Paris and the second, considered a collaboration because of its distinctly sixteenth century characteristics of larger figures, in London?s National Gallery. Both versions depict a supposed meeting of the Christ Child and the infant saint John. The painting shows the infant Baptist, sheltering under Mary?s cloak, venerating the Christ Child in a cool, watery wilderness. The figures, grouped in a pyramid, are glimpsed in a dimly lit grotto setting of rocks and water, a setting that inspired the work?s name."
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Music and Performing Arts, Renaissance to Today, 2007.
A discussion of music and drama, from the Renaissance era until today.
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This paper examines the influence that music and performing arts have had on human culture and society, focusing on the Renaissance period. The paper explains that in the early part of the Renaissance, the role of music was tremendously important as polyphony became more simplified in the Renaissance, generally "smoother" and more harmonious overall. The paper notes that there is no doubt that the technological impact of recording technologies, beginning with the phonograph and leading up to today's CDs and DVDs, has had an impact upon the individual enjoyment and distribution of music and dramatic art forms (especially film), unprecedented since the invention of the printing press in the Renaissance. In conclusion, the paper shows that today, the Internet has hugely assisted in enabling individuals to share such work among themselves, though not to the point of alleviating the isolating influence of technology or to creating a new form of communal experience.
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"In the early part of the Renaissance, the role of religion, that is to say, the church as an organization and social unifying force, was still prominent above all else. Nation-states had not yet arisen to assert their claim on peoples' loyalty. The church represented stability and social cohesion in a world of uncertainty and danger from many sources: feudal overlords, weak central governments, and unpredictable weather and harvests. The role of music was thus tremendously important too in this period. Polyphony became more simplified in the Renaissance, and generally "smoother" and more harmonious overall."
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Irish Renaissance, 2005.
A look the Irish Renaissance of literature and culture at the end of the nineteenth and beginning of the twentieth centuries.
1,203 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper explains that many of the writers of the Irish Renaissance often memorialized the new nationalist sentiments arising in Ireland and the increased tensions between Ireland and Britain in their writings. The paper notes that the Irish Renaissance was both a renaissance of Irish themes and a reminder that Ireland was not a full country with full autonomy, creating a tension that many of the writers would explore in their works.
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"For example, William Butler Yeats is identified with the mythology of early Ireland, and his works feature the stories of the Irish hero Cuchulain in particular. This mythic background is part of what gives the poet his distinctive voice. At the same time, the poet often chafes against the mythology, as if the truths it shapes for him were false. Yeats made reference to other mythologies as well, notably those of the ancient Greeks and Romans, but he seemed less concerned with those references, perhaps because he knew that those mythic stories were better known to the world at large. He may have feared that his poetry was understandable only to the Irish and not to the world at large. Yeats expresses his love for his country and its people and does so in poetry that elevates nature while finding the other-worldly in that nature at the same time, which is often where the mythology enters as well."
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Renaissance Art, 2004.
This paper discusses Renaissance art, specifically "The Judgment of Paris" by Lucas Cranach the Elder and "The Death of the Virgin" by Caravaggio.
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This paper explains that both paintings represent a distinct style of Renaissance art, but each is from a different period and illustrates the differences that can occur during the same artistic period and the commonalities that hold the period together. The author points out that Cranach's work added much to the German Renaissance. He was the first painter to create full-sized portraits, rather than just portraying the head and shoulders, and the first to create erotic nudes, which were quite popular with private collectors. The paper relates that the many commonalities in these paintings, even though they represent different times in Renaissance artwork, are the use of great detail and the effects of lighting.
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"The first painting, "The Judgment of Paris," is tempera and oil on wood. It measures 40-1/2 by 28 inches, and the artist, Lucas Cranach the Elder, painted it sometime around 1528. Cranach was a German painter who lived from 1472 to 1553, and painted in the Northern or German Renaissance style. This painting is executed in the natural style, blending the figures in the foreground with the surrounding landscape. The detailed landscape behind the figures is as well executed as the figures, with detail that draws the eye from the figures to the background and back again. The background even contains a medieval palace on the edge of a soaring cliff, along with a medieval village off in the far valley, with a sailing ship floating peacefully at the village's waterfront."
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Renaissance Art, 2004.
A review of three art pieces characteristic of the Renaissance style.
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This paper looks at the Renaissance, a term used to describe the period of European history dating from the early 14th century to the late 16th century, predominantly in Italy. In particular, it examines the revival of the values and artistic styles of classical antiquity that is evidenced in many of the great works that were produced during that period. It discusses three of the most characteristic and highly popularized works of the Renaissance: Botticelli?s "The Birth of Venus"; Michelangelo?s "Sistine Chapel"; and Michelangelo?s "David". It emphasizes the artist?s intent, its impact on Renaissance culture, and why the works are considered a return to classical styles and values.
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"The Birth of Venus is considered one of the greatest masterpieces of the Renaissance, incorporating both classical and Christian values. Painted for the villa of Lorenzo di Pierfrancesco de' Medici at Castello between 1485 and 1486, The Birth of Venus was a revival of the classic Greek mythological goddess of Love. But there is a twist. Sandro Botticelli, was a student of Marsilio Ficino, head of the Platonic Academy. One of the focuses of Neo-Platonism was beauty and divine (Christian) love. Sandro Botticelli combined divine love (Venus was made to be the Virgin Mary) and beauty with the Classical Theme of Venus ? The Goddess of Love, to produce one of the most beloved works of the early Renaissance."
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Renaissance, 2003.
A discussion on the Renaissance period and the revival of the arts.
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This paper examines why the cultural, social and artistic elements of the Renaissance spread across Europe. It explores the emergence of the Renaissance as a rediscovery of the learning and art of the classical world. The author expands on the humanism of the Renaissance.
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"The Renaissance was a period of rapid artistic and cultural development that celebrated the capacity and worth of each individual and returned the learning and beliefs of the classical world to a central position in European life. Given that much of the ..."
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