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Madonna (Virgin) of the Rocks by Leonardo da Vinci. 1485. Oil paint. Page 489.
- Chiaroscuro, play of light and shadows within the painting
- Figures are grouped in a pyramid in the same environment - high acheivement of this time
- Emotional states of figures were expressed, while the lighting set a tender mood
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Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci. 1495-98. Oil and tempera paint. Page 490.
- Emotion is shown through the excitement of figures throughout the table.
- Slight curve of the pediment behind Jesus symbolizing his holiness and acts as a halo
- Figures set up in groups of four with three figures in each - gestures and postures show they are united
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Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci. 1503-05. Paint. Page 491.
- Although the colors appear darker today, Leonardo used chiaroscuro to accentuate the highlights of the image.
- The woman painted lacks jewelry and signs of wealth, presenting her as having perfect etiquette and possibly show humanism.
- Background of endless roads portrays mystery.
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The Fetus and Lining of the Uterus by Leonardo da Vinci. 1511. Pen, ink and paper. Page 492.
- Anatomical drawings focus on science - popular to Renaissance era
- Demonstrated cut away views featuring a child in the womb
- Some shapes were incorrect i.e. uterus shaped as a sphere
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Pieta by Michelangelo Buonarroti. 1500. Marble. Page 498.
- Subject popular to France - Mary cradling Christ’s dead body
- Mary is presented as ageless symbolizing her purity and virginity
- Texture is visible in Mary’s fabric creating movement in the sculpture.
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David by Michelangelo Buonarroti. 1501. Marble. Page 499.
- David was a symbol of liberty to the Florence people.
- Shows David before victory of Goliath. Rugged torso, sturdy limbs, and large hands and feet signify the triumph to come.
- Different from other David statues, Michelangelo turned David’s head towards what would be his opposition.
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Moses by Michelangelo Buonarroti. 1513. Marble. Page 500.
- Emotional and physical energy is portrayed through bulging muscles, a tilted head, and leg positioning.
- Horns seen on Moses’s head emerged from Christian art and aided in identifying the figure.
- The Tablets of the Law tucked under one arm symbolize the prophet as a stern.
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Bound Slave by Michelangelo Buonarroti. 1513. Marble. Page 500.
- Assymetrical positioning portrays intensity and frantic emotions
- Suggested that this figure was originally a slave.
- Arms behind the back show signs of struggle.
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Sistine Chapel (Ceiling) by Michelangelo Buonarroti. 1508-12. Fresco painting. Page 502.
- Sequence of narrative panels describing the creation run along the vault.
- Figures sharply outlined against neutral tone of architectural setting.
- Narrative ideas show interest from that time period through conflicts of good and evil and energy of youth and wisdom of age.
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School of Athens by Raphael. 1509-11. Paint. Page 495.
- Groups divided on sides: Plato - philosophers and Aristotle - scientists
- Group moves easily with postures and gestures symbolizing engagement of ideas and beliefs
- Statues of Apollo and Athena symbolize art and wisdom
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Marriage of the Virgin by Raphael. 1504. Paint. Page 493.
- Foreshortening can be seen in the bottom right corner as an unsuccessful suitor breaks his rod.
- Perspective draws from the back to the front showing depth within the image.
- Individual figures show different emotions - men on the right are upset, virgins on left are looking in awe
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Madonna in the Meadow by Raphael. 1505. Oil paint. Page 494.
- Figures arranged in a pyramid.
- Faces and figures modeled in chiaroscuro with light and shadows.
- Although he attempted Leonardo’s background style, he maintained his feather trees and lighter blue colors.
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Galatea by Raphael. 1513. Fresco painting. Page 496.
- Symbolization of human eauty and love
- Energetic center of Galatea with sturdy figures surrounding her as a focal point
- Foreshortening of cupids form a circle around Galatea
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Pope Leo X with Cardinals by Raphael. 1514. Paint. Page 496.
- Main figure (Medici Pope) depicted as art collecter and educated man.
- Subtle characteristics of the main figure were displayed i.e. magnifying glass due to myopia condition
- Figures shown as absorbed in their own thoughts - shown by the direction they each face.
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Tempietto by Bramante. 1502. Marble. Page 496.
- Stepped temple platform (stylobate) circular design
- Rythmical play of light and shadows between the columns, windows, walls and drums.
- Round and elevated on a base - high renaissance architecture
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Plan and medal for New St. Peter’s by Bramante. 1505. Drawing Medal. Page 507.
- Arms of equal length terminating in an apse.
- Two towers were added to break up the massive unity of the temple in the center.
- Interior of design showed interlocking crosses, five with domes
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Pastoral Symphony by “Giorgione” da Castelfranco. 1508. Paint. Page 514.
- Tranquility portrayed by dense nature background.
- Soft mood set by positioning of figures.
- Poetry is symbolized by shepherd, pipes and lute.
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The Tempest by “Giorgione” da Castelfranco. 1510. Oil on canvas. Page 514.
- Focus of poesia, or display of poetry
- Stormy skies and lightening threaten tranquility.
- Figures were changed as the painting continued on, showing the artist may not have planned on specific figures.
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Madonna of the Pesaro Family by Titian. 1519. Oil on Canvas. Page 516.
- Human and heaven incorporated through family members and Saint Peter.
- Figures in a steep diagonal with Madonna in the upmost position symbolizing her importance.
- Pesaro family members shown kneeling in the right foreground - draws attention and shows the honor of achievement
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Venus of Urbino by Titiana. 1538. Oil on canvas. Page 517.
- Foreground and background divided by round edges of Venus’ body and sharp edges of the background.
- Depth of space is shown through smaller units in the back.
- Color shades contribute to depth i.e. two deep shades of red portray distance - organized placement of figures and forms
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Last Supper by Tintoretto. 1594. Oil on Canvas. Page 524.
- Dark interior with one illuminated light casts a feeling of biblical nature on the image.
- Imbalanced compositions and visual complexity are characteristics of Mannerist style
- Depth is portrayed through Crist being at a diagonal line away from the picture frame.
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Entombment of Christ by Jacopo da Pontormo. 1528. Oil on wood. Page 520.
- Light contrasting colors of blues and pinks show complexity of work.
- Distortions in figures and twisting characteristics are characteristics of Mannerist style.
- Center is clear with only hands shown - symbolizes void and emotion of image. Figures arranged in a circular pattern.
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Madonna with the Long Neck by Parmigianino. 1535. Oil on Wood. Page 521.
- Elegant style is a characteristic of Mannerist style.
- Cupid is shown as angelic, soft and smooth.
- Small oval head and elongation of Madonna shows characteristics of Mannerist style.
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Last Judgement by Michelangelo Buonarotti. 1541. Fresco painting. Page 504.
- Christ is the center figure depicted as a stern judge
- Gruesome images on the bottom of the painting represent images of hell and sinners.
- Saved souls group around Christ.
