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Renaissance

The Renaissance was a period in which Europe underwent a rebirth in regards to classical art, literature, and architecture. The movement originated in Italy during the 14th century before spreading throughout Europe.

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Why the Renaissance period of exploration was important?

The Renaissance period was between the years 1350 to 1600, and this period was important because, in 1455, the printing press was invented, therefore more books were being printed at a faster rate than by hand, and more books means more knowledge, more knowledge means more advancements in medical, industrial, navigation, religious beliefs, etc. Also, Renaisssance is a French word meaning "rebirth." The creations of new navigational tools, and maps, meant that explorers could navigate and explore the seas. Thanks for reading this info that I have provided,

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What came first Italian Renaissance or English Renaissance?

The Renaissance begins in Italy, in the co called trecento (14th century), its artist is before all Giotto di Bondone, the writers are Giovanni Boccacio, Francesco Petrarca and, most the most important Dante Alighieri. The most important germ of Renaissance is the translation (and rescue) of Aristotle's philosophy, done by the Arabs in Spain: The struggle about it, whether it had to be taught in christian world or should be forbidden - as pope Gregor IX did in 1231 - passes the 13th century: Once the realistic philosophy adopted (and the plague survived), a new science, a new kind of thinking and even of being begins - inspired by the model of ancient culture. Or, models of ancient culture were rare in other countries than in Italy - at least in non-orthodox christian Europe, beyond of byzantine world.

English Renaissance only started when the Tudors arose, after the Wars of Roses.

What 2 ancient civilizations had a huge impact on the Renaissance?

Greek and Roman culture influenced Renaissance: Without the philosophy oft Aristotle, saved and translated by the Arabs of Spain, and without roman buildings and artworks as present in Italy, newly considered in the light of new, aristotelic philosophy, there wouldn't have been anything to be reborn.

Who was one of the renaissance artist?

leonardo da vinci, bellini, borticelli, raphael, michealengelo

Why is the Renaissance considered the beginning of the modern age?

The "modern age" began with the Industrial Revolution which was characterized by the use of non-natural sources of power, first steam and then fossil fuels.

The Renaissance marked the end of the Dark Ages in Europe. The Dark Ages are called "dark" because there was little written during that period so the historical record is somewhat scant. The Renaissance brought increased interest in learning AND more access to learning. The feudal system was based on land ownership, but during the Renaissance, mercantile activity brought new wealth to people who were not aristocrats. These newly wealthy people wanted more political power, more opportunity for their children, more legal protection from aristocratic exploitation. And they valued education and they came to value art.

Why do people say be careful what you wish for you might get it?

Because you have to make sure you understand all the consequences of your wish, and if you get it you might not like it.

What was a new technique in painting during the Italian renaissance?

The use of perspective, or depth, in the paintings. Instead of paintings being all flat and without real proportion, they began making objects in the back of the painting much smaller and objects in the front larger.

Why did people wear hats with feathers in the Renaissance?

In the renaissance people mostly ate wild birds. Because they didn't have guns, and most men couldn't afford a bow, they had to be able to get very close to the birds. By crawling as low to the ground as possible while wearing a hat with feathers, they were able to appear non-threatening to these birds. This let them get close enough to break the birds necks with their powerful teeth.

What three things helped the Renaissance spread thoughout Europe?

The ways that helped the renaissance grow and spread through Europe is by spreading Roman Catholic culture. Spreading the culture helped people become closer to God and very much more religious.

Who is three renaissance artist?

Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Raphael Sanzio