https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic What was happening socially at the time of the Renaissance? What was valued? Who was Michelangelo? Who was Raphael? Who was Mategna? en-us 2016-02-24 00:24:12 UTC 2025-11-07 17:59:41 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/97170424 At the time things were changing socially, people (the Medici) were coming into power, there was a hierarchy being developed and the ways of the church were being displaced in favour of the classical views - principles from Greek and Roman art were being re-established though the renaissance. The idea of 'Humanism' was very important during this time Raphael was a painter and was thought to be "the epitome of purity, taste, refinement, and excellence" though he did draw insertion from the works of Michelangelo. Michelangelo was a painter, sculptor and architect, though his main trade was as a sculptor. He went to a art school started by the Medici, he didn't really like Raphael. Donatello was commissioned by the Medici (Cosimo Medici) to create David - the first free standing nude since Roman times - this showed the changing views as nudity was not seen as christen values and the fact that this David was a boy whom had not yet become a man thought puberty. Michelangelo created his David after the Medici had fled Florence and it was to demonstrate and represent the biblical hero David, and the strength of the church.]]> 2016-02-25 01:37:01 UTC https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/97170424 https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/97170841 the idea that the earth is round. seen in the work the last judgement.]]> 2016-02-25 01:39:24 UTC https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/97170841 https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/97171745 medieval ages evolved around the idea of humanity being evil. renaissance art was more like a celebration about human accomplishments focusing on Plato's ideas.]]> 2016-02-25 01:46:44 UTC https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/97171745 https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/97186401 What was happening socially at the time of the Renaissance?
There was a massive shift in thinking towards greco-roman antiquity. Artists, scholars, the Catholic Chruch, everything was influenced by this, I don't know, intellectual revolution. This is shown very clearly in the art produced, but also by historical events, like the Protestant Reformation. 
What was valued?
A primary value was God. Christianity, and more specifically Catholicism, was the only way of life for Europe. God the centre of everything, and the Catholic Church's teaching was law. Other values started to become apparent as well. The Classical world and replicating it was important. Focus on humanity and creation became common. Power and money, as always in history, were important. One way those who had power and money showed this off was by funding art centered around God and the Church. 
Who was Michelangelo?
Michelangelo was a master painter, architect, poet, and sculptor in the Italian High Renaissance. His most famous works include statues David and Pieta, and his frescos in the Sistine Chapel. He was born in 1475 and died in 1564. He studied in the sculpture gardens of the Medici under Bertoldo di Giovanni.  Michelangelo was a master at creating realistic and precise forms of the human body (although he did on occasion steer away from this, like in the Last Judgement). 
Who was Raphael?
Raphael was a master painter and architect in the Italian High Renaissance. His most famous works include paintings of Madonna and in the Vatican, including Stanza della Segnatura. He was born in 1483 and died in 1520. He was taught by a number of artists, beginning with Pietro Perugino, then inspired by the renowned Italian Renaissance artists Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. However, unlike these artists, he aimed for a calmer style. ]]> 2016-02-25 04:27:43 UTC https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/97186401 https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/97781371 the Medici family pretty much ran the city of Florence. they were great patrons of the arts Lorenzo de Medici created an academy, like Cosimo he wished to rival the achievements of both Greek and Roman art.]]> 2016-02-28 23:16:55 UTC https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/97781371 https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/98068598 the catholic church at this time was quiet weak with the new movement of the protestant church. it prompted the popes to spend lavishly on art works such as the Sistine chapel in order to make up for their lost influence. http://www.visual-arts-cork.com/renaissance-art.htm]]> 2016-03-01 01:44:41 UTC https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/98068598 philippamallins https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/98360661 Liz could we also say that the papal line were trying to match the power and influence of the Medici family; who were at the time the most rich and powerful patrons. Another thing to consider was that the Medici's had papal ambitions. The Catholic church was still considerably influential.]]> 2016-03-02 02:41:48 UTC https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/98360661 philippamallins https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/98361166 So the idea that the earth is round could be considered evidence of classical thinking (Classical in the sense of Humanist, intellectual, rational thinking) The rise of Scientific and Mathematical thinking was influenced by the revival of Classical intellectualism.]]> 2016-03-02 02:45:36 UTC https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/98361166 https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/250521040 Papacy used art for a political statement. they commissioned art from high status artists such as Michelangelo, expensive materials and large sizes to demonstrate their power, wealth, and position within the city ]]> 2018-04-11 00:10:08 UTC https://padlet.com/philippamallins/Rbigpic/wish/250521040