Artists of the Renaissance

Based on the meaning of the French word "renaissance," the period called the Renaissance refers to the

• rebirth of classical culture.

• restoration of basic human values.

• remainder of learning not yet lost.

• remembrance of better times.

The Renaissance philosophy of humanism included a belief in the

• need for foreign trade.

• worth of the individual.

• importance of tradition.

• authority of government.

Which art had the greatest influence on Renaissance artists?

• early medieval art

• ancient Greek and Roman art

• medieval Islamic art

• ancient Chinese art

Art flourished in Florence because...

• The Holy Roman Church invested in artists

• Wealthy businessmen invested in artists

• Artists had enough support from the public to thrive

• Gold was more available because of the Salt-Gold trade

What philosophy was depicted in Renaissance art?

• Daoism

• Nationalism

• Shintoism

• Humanism

Renaissance art was inspired by which cultural group?

• Mongols

• Chinese

• Romans

• Indians

Which artist is responsible for creating the Mona Lisa?

• Michelangelo

• Leonardo da Vinci

• William Shakespeare

• Brunelleschi

Which artist created the Statue of David?

• Michelangelo

• Raphael

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Donatello

Which artist created the Sistine Chapel?

• Titian

• William Shakespeare

• Michelangelo

• Leonardo da Vinci

Which artist created The Last Supper?

• Michelangelo

• Masaccio

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Jan van Eyck