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The luminous world of the Renaissance, a period of unparalleled artistic and intellectual rebirth. Discover iconic masterpieces and innovative techniques.
During the Renaissance, a competition called the Paragone sought to determine the superior art: painting or sculpture.
In an unprecedented exhibition, several of Michelangelo’s preparatory drawings for the Sistine Chapel will be presented in the US. Curator Adriano Marinazzo provides insight into this exciting opportunity.
Explore key Italian Renaissance art motifs, from mythological themes to naturalistic portraits, featuring Botticelli, Da Vinci, and more classic works.
Once used exclusively by the Medici family, the newly-restored Vasari Corridor connects the Uffizi Galleries to the Palazzo Pitti.
Art restorer and author Sara Penco is “firmly convinced” the Italian Renaissance artist painted Mary Magdalene in his Last Judgment scene.
Queen Elizabeth I needed to use symbolism in her portraits to maintain her power as Queen of England through artistic propaganda.
King Henry VIII hired three separate artists to create for him an elaborate tomb, yet remains in his temporary grave to this day.
Popular perceptions regarding the mysteries of the deep and sea monsters are revealed within the cartography of Renaissance maps.