Renaissance Art

August 20, 2022

Exploring Giorgione’s Mysterious Renaissance Painting ‘The Tempest’

With its bucolic setting and enigmatic character, it's no wonder that Giorgione's The Tempest has bewitched art lovers for centuries. Created in the early 16th century during the High Renaissance, it has been described as the first landscape in history due to the unprecedented prominence of the Italian countryside. As one of only six surviving paintings attributed to Giorgione—who died at a young age—The Tempest has remained shrouded in mystery.

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June 26, 2022

The Story Behind the Sistine Chapel’s Stunning Ceiling by Michelangelo

Italian artist Michelangelo (1475–1564) is known as one of the most prolific painters and sculptors in history. As a key figure of the High Renaissance, he is specifically celebrated for his ambitious approach to scale and his expertise in anatomy. While all of his masterworks convey his undeniable talent, his world-famous fresco on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel stands above the rest.

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March 10, 2022

The History and Legacy of Leonardo da Vinci’s Mysterious ‘Mona Lisa’

For centuries, audiences have been captivated by the mysterious Mona Lisa. A key piece of Italian master Leonardo da Vinci‘s oeuvre and a prime example of High Renaissance painting, the piece has become known as one of the most recognizable and skillfully rendered works of art. Since 1804 the iconic oil painting has been housed at the Louvre in Paris.

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