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Renaissance: Bridge Between The Middle Ages

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The Renaissance occurred during the 14-17th centuries it was considered the bridge between the Middle Ages, and modern history. The Renaissance period may possibly be most recognizable by the artistic devolvements that were induced by many now famous artists, and paintings. When you think of the amazing artwork produced by Renaissance artists you most likely will think of the Mona Lisa, or possibly the Pieta. However many other spectacular paintings were produced from the time period. Jan Van Eyck painted the Arnoflini Portrait in 1433, he used a complex form of oil painting were many layers of thin paint “glazing” were added to create an amazing sense of depth. French Cardinal Jean de Bilhères commissioned Michelangelo in 1498 to create the
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