Category Archives: Chapter 12 Renaissance

Renaissance “School of Athens”

Posted on June 2, 2021 by victoriaruss

Analyzing Art. Many art historians consider the School of Athens to be Raphael’s masterpiece. It is considered one of the best examples of High Renaissance art. In 1508 Pope Julius II commissioned Raphael to paint a series of frescoes in … Continue reading →

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Henry VIII 6 Wives (Mnemonic Device)

Posted on January 5, 2017 by victoriaruss

REMEMBERING THE FATES OF HENRY VIII’S WIVES The wives of King Henry VIII met so many unfortunate ends that it can be hard to keep track of them all. This device breaks down the fates of each unlucky lady in … Continue reading →

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Mona Lisa

Posted on November 10, 2014 by victoriaruss

1. How would you describe the young woman in the painting? 2. what geometric shape does the figure of Mona Lisa suggest? 3. Describe the background of the painting. 4. Why do you think this painting is described as “mysterious”? … Continue reading →

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Tour of Sistine Chapel

Posted on November 4, 2014 by victoriaruss

http://www.vatican.va/various/cappelle/sistina_vr/index.html

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St. Peter’s Basilica

Posted on January 2, 2014 by victoriaruss

  St. Peter’s Basilica (History Channel) http://www.history.com/topics/italian-renaissance/videos#st-peters-basilica

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