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Michelangelo And Leonardo Da Vinci's Influence In Art And The Power Of Art

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Our history, as well as the memories and experiences that come with those who came before us are what creates who we are now. The renaissance period that occurred throughout the 14th century and ended towards the 16th century brought about a lot of change that may not seem so apparent in the current day. However, the renaissance period provided an outlet for art in which famous artists like Michelangelo and Leonardo Da Vinci created a name for themselves as well as creating masterpieces that cannot be recreated. By discussing some artistic and historical pieces from the renaissance period this paper will prove that experiencing art is not limited to just the viewer but also the creator, there are experiences we undergo both before and after …show more content…

A failure of attaining a high achievement has more merits than attaining something low without challenging yourself. When one challenges themselves only then can they truly improve and achieve, for what is an achievement if it did not impose a challenge? Looking back at the accomplishments of Michelangelo serves as a reminder that achieving greatness is possible if one has the passion and mindset for …show more content…

Through examining the remnants of the dead in the Medici Chapel’s one could appreciate the importance of the individuals preserved in artifacts. From soldiers to saints, the Medici Chapel houses all kinds of memorial artifacts of the people that were important to the Medici family. The Medici Chapel was designed by Michelangelo in the year 1520 as commissioned by the Medici family.1 The Medici chapel crypts contain relics which are the valuable pieces that contain human parts, whether bones, skin or hair. These relics used as investments and to be sold in times of dire need because people believed that bones and remains of saints would scare away people who bore ill intentions.2 After seeing the relics, despite their astounding beauty and craftsmanship they give off an eerie aura which could have been the reason people believed in the conception of the remains driving other people away. However, in spite of such beliefs what connects these relics to the human experience is their relation to memory. By preserving remains, we remember the dead and by remembering the dead their history never dies. How can we remember those we never met? Although we might not have met them, the fact that they remain alive through history gives us a chance to learn more about them and make them part of our past and present

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The Renaissance or “rebirth” was a period of great scientific, artistic, and cultural advancement in Europe that gave way to many groundbreaking discoveries, such as the discovery of the heliocentric solar system (Document C), the portrayal of art in three-dimensional form (Document A), the discovery of the composition of the human body (Document D), and many other revolutionary achievements that enriched the society of Europe and their awareness of the real scientific world. During this time period, people began to understand the difference between science and religion and they developed a new understanding regarding their view of their own humanhood, or in other words, there was an evolution in man’s view of man. Through the works of

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“The greatest danger for most of us is not that our aim is too high and we miss it, but that it is too low and we reach it.” The author of this quote, Michelangelo, explains how many can achieve a goal almost effortlessly, but few actually try to achieve something that requires toilsome work. Such work that is not always successful, but when it is, the result is superior compared to an insufficient effort. The extraordinary man who wrote this quote achieved greatness by striving for excellence. Michelangelo Buonarroti is easily understood by others, even though he has surpassed the average expectations.

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In the Renaissance, the world changed forever. New thinking about humans being the most significant rather than religious figures would have been unheard of in the Middle Ages, but now in this new period, the world has begun to accept this. These new ideas led to them being present in art, leading to a new beginning for art. In “The Last Days of the Renaissance & The March to Modernity” by Theodore Rabb, he discovers that what occurred in the Renaissance changed art permanently. He said, “The new artistic styles would echo the broader movements and interests of the new age ....

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Distinguished as an important part in the pivotal movement that changed culture and art, the Renaissance helped remove Europe out of the Dark Ages. “Beginning in the 14th century and coming to an end in the 17th, this “golden age” swept the continent, culminating in two distinctive yet unified art movements: the Italian Renaissance and the Northern Renaissance” (8 Renaissance Artists...). Many may ask, what was so imperative about this time? What made it a pivotal movement? The artists of this time are what created the central turning point.

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A renaissance is a rebirth of art and literature. It is also a French word, meaning “rebirth”. Throughout history, it has been shown that social and philosophical changes are represented in the form of art during a renaissance. Beliefs and values throughout society are being reborn by these changes. Artists have always been involved during periods of societal change to express the experiences of the people who are going through changes in their way of living and working.

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“Simplicity is the Ultimate Sophistication” Leonardo Da Vinci was known for this quote and countless other things. Born on April 15th, 1452 in Vinci, Italy, his beliefs inspired and influenced the Catholic Church in many ways. Out of all of his paintings, he was most commonly known for the Mona Lisa and the Last supper. His paintings have affected countless artists. He is one of the most common artists of the Italian renaissance.

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Leonardo da Vinci was not only a painter but also an architect, and inventor. Due to this he was known as The Renaissance Man (Bio.com Staff). Leonardo’s paintings have had a lasting impact on the Renaissance era. His most known pieces of work are The Last Supper and Mona Lisa.

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For example, Protagoras said “Man is the measure of all things.” By creating exceptionally fine art, artists and philosophers found a way to detail the feature of human beings themselves. For instance, Michelangelo’s sculpture, David, was a mastepiece difficult to imitate even today, showing surprising details of a sturdy man. Da Vinci’s The Last Supper, still leaving mysteries, today, particularly highlights the characteristics of people of different emotions.

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David is a topic from the Old Testament, which is widely repeated and done by many artists. David is a story where it shows that not only does strength wins in a battle but also wits. Each artist depicts David in different views and moments, like Michelangelo who is an Italian sculptor painter, architect, and poet of the High Renaissance, another is Gian Lorenzo Bernini who is an Italian architect and sculptor, and he was credited with creating the Baroque style of sculpture. Although both artists depicted David, but each one had different style where Bernini’s is more expressive then Michelangelo’s. Looking at both sculptures of David, there are some similarities which can be noticed.

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Michelangelo once said, “I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free”. If Michelangelo actually did this with every sculptor could modern artist be doing the same thing to follow in his footsteps. Michelangelo’s artwork affects modern society by influencing many modern-day artists to become sculptors, painters and more. He also influenced types of art such as frescoes and ceiling paintings. To add to this his sculptures are discussed in today’s conversations.

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