Renaissance Art
The Renaissance was a European cultural and artistic revolution from the 14th through the 17th centuries. It was marked by a renewed interest in classical art and ideas and a great awakening of intellectual and artistic expression. The art of the Renaissance was distinguished by its rigorous attention to detail, pursuit of realism, and mastery of perspective. Artists of this time sought to capture the complexities and beauty of their surroundings by combining creative skill with visionary vision. The most prominent features of Renaissance art were its emphasis on realism and humanism, use of perspective, symbolism and allegory, and heroic or idealised poses. Artists made groundbreaking developments in painting, including the mastery of perspective, chiaroscuro, and sfumato. Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo were the most accomplished and influential painters of the Renaissance era.