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The luminous world of the Renaissance, a period of unparalleled artistic and intellectual rebirth. Discover iconic masterpieces and innovative techniques.
Donatello was one of the first creatives to adopt the principles of Ancient Roman art to the Christian imagery of his era.
The Ugly Duchess is a painting that has sparked theories about who the duchess is and why she is portrayed in such an unflattering light.
Michelangelo, who was called The Divine One by his contemporaries, had outstanding artistic skills and an equally outstanding temper.
Tudor fashion has a story as long as the dynasty itself, with various factors causing it to change over time.
Lucas Horenbout’s introduction of miniatures to the English art market earned him the prestige of being the highest-paid artist at the Tudor court.
During the Renaissance, a competition called the Paragone sought to determine the superior art: painting or sculpture.
Explore key Italian Renaissance art motifs, from mythological themes to naturalistic portraits, featuring Botticelli, Da Vinci, and more classic works.
The Italian and Northern Renaissance share numerous similarities, but there are important distinctions to be made between the two.