Correggio and the sensuality of the saints Jul 25, 2008
Correggio had the least documented life of any of the important Italian High Renaissance artists. This has contributed to, but does not entirely explain, his rather uncertain position in the pantheon of the greats. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
The naked truth about religious art Jul 13, 2008
Take the High Renaissance artist Michelangelo Buonarroti, the painter of the Vatican's Sistine Chapel. The internet is rife with images of his full-frontal sketch Study Of The Christ Child And An Anatomical Drawing With Notes. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Historic Luxury Rental Villas Jun 27, 2008
This villa's interior design is pure High Renaissance, with the opulent, highly decorated look of that era. Luxury amenities include A/C, pool, gym, and high-speed internet access. (Suite101.com)
Magical spielism Jun 1, 2008
In this case, he's chosen to focus on Italy during the High Renaissance and the Mogul court at its hedonistic apex. But Rushdie has crammed so much into these pages - so many details and subplots - that it's impossible to tell what he's actually writing about. (Boston Globe)
Italian Artists Nicknames May 24, 2008
European Renaissance Artists Are Better Known by Alternate Names. Famous Western artists in 13th to 17th centuries have celebrated nicknames more famous than their given names. (Suite101.com)
Leonardo da Vinci: A Bibliography Mar 16, 2008
Best Books on the Italian High Renaissance Genius and His Art. Scholarly books about Leonardo da Vinci and Italian High Renaissance art and culture, many museum publications, are available for students and enthusiasts of the period. (Suite101.com)
Leonardo Biblioteca Reale Drawings Feb 19, 2008
Turin, Italy's Royal Library is loaning 11 important sheets of drawings and one codex (manuscript) by Italian High Renaissance master (1452-1519) to the United States. Leonardo da Vinci: Drawings from the Biblioteca Reale will appear at Alabama's (September 28-November 9, 2008) and San Francisco, California's (November 16-December 28, 2008). (Suite101.com)
St Maurice of the Theban Legion Jan 23, 2008
The Italian knightly Order of St Maurice was founded in 1434 by knights of the Duke of Savoy and was well versed in military operations in the high renaissance era, eventually merging with the Order of St Lazarus in 1573. Long since disbanded the knights cross of this order is still awarded by the House of Savoy in Italy. (Suite101.com)
The Gates of Paradise: A Review Jan 4, 2008
A reference to the beatific entrance to heaven, The Metropolitan Museum of Art's presentation of the sculptor's works justifies the High Renaissance master's appellation some five centuries later. Source. (Suite101.com)
Renaissance Art Book Gifts 2007 Dec 15, 2007
This indispensable guide to The Met's landmark special exhibition, written by the world's foremost experts, describes graphic works by the Italian High Renaissance artist ... The authors describe Italian High Renaissance artist life and works from his humble artistic beginnings in rural Urbino through the years of papal patronage in early 16th-century Rome. (Suite101.com)
Events of Early Art Oct 29, 2007
In Lives of the Artists, Vasari says: "Instead of studying, he spent all his time scrawling pictures on his own books and those of others. Was Masaccio admitted to the Florentine Guild? 1422 Masaccio, born Tommaso Cassai, moved to Florence with his family when he was in his teens. In this new hometown he was given his nickname, meaning "Clumsy Thomas," for the little care he gave to worldly matters and to his personal appearance. Did Uccello go to Venice to work on mosaics in St. Mark s? 1425... (Suite101.com)
Mona Lisa as Leonardo Painted Her Oct 23, 2007
Hi-tech photography of the Muse du Louvre's "Mona Lisa" by Leonardo da Vinci reveals how the Italian High Renaissance painting looked when the artist completed it. Mona Lisa by Italian High Renaissance master (1452-1519) is arguably the most recognizable image in the history of Western art. (Suite101.com)
Parmigianino's Antea: A Preview Oct 18, 2007
Once exposed to works by High Renaissance masters Raphael (1483-1520) and Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564) while in Rome, his style of painting became grand, sweeping and graceful. Antea and the Madonna of the Long Neck. (Suite101.com)
Raphael sketch 'found in drawer' Jul 6, 2007
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Raphael: Beauty in Harmony Apr 12, 2007
Youngest of the Three Italian High Renaissance Master Painters. Apr 11, 2007. (Suite101.com)
Welcoming home fine old friends Mar 30, 2007
The painting captivates with its compelling emotion, strong composition, and vibrant colors typical of the High Renaissance. At the other end of the spectrum, visually and thematically, is J.M. William Turner s The Burning of the Houses of Lords and Commons, 16 October 1834. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Angelic Angelina Turns Jolie Into Virgin Mary Jan 5, 2007
Kretz, a former professor, reveals her virgin (Jolie) and Zahara figures are loosely based on a painting by Sir Anthony Van Dyck, while Maddox's pose is borrowed from a painting by Italian High Renaissance artist Raphael. Kretz says shes not worried about the angst that the painting may spark. (WFOR.com, FL)
A £1m art find behind the spare room door Nov 14, 2006
But he was also a hugely important painter, a link between the art of the Gothic middle ages and the high renaissance, admired for his purity of line and colour as well as spiritual expressiveness. Born around 1395, he became a Dominican monk as a young man. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
- Germaine Greer: The best art is uncollectable Oct 23, 2006
The achievement of the high renaissance was obvious, and it was over in a moment; Mannerism lasted a bare 50 years. Eighty years on, we are still gazing uncomprehending at replicas of Duchamp's readymades (the originals having been thrown away), at his Bicycle Wheel. (Guardian Unlimited)
Italian Renaissance comes alive... Aug 20, 2006
The period known as the "High Renaissance" represents the culmination of the earlier periods, namely the accurate representation of figures rendered with credible motion and decorous style ... In Milan, Leone Battista Alberti ushered in the new antique style, while Donato Bradmante introduced the High Renaissance to the city's architectural scene. (Korea Herald, Korea)
Remarks by First Lady Laura Bush During a Tour of the Bellini, Giorgione, Titian and the Renaissance of Venetian Painting Exhibit With Mrs. Leila Castellaneta, Wife of the Ambassador Giovanni Castellaneta Jun 15, 2006
So I want to encourage people to come see these magnificent works, Venetian High Renaissance works. They're so beautiful. (PR Newswire)
Deciphering Da Vinci May 18, 2006
The Associated PressLeonardo da Vinci, Italian High Renaissance master, is shown in this undated portrait drawing. Da Vinci was born in Florence, Italy in 1452 and died in 1519. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Untrue colors: Hues are shady characters Apr 21, 2006
"You'll be able to call up," he wrote, "portraits of presidents, pictures of sunsets ... or reproductions of High Renaissance paintings.". Already he'd arranged access to great art. (AZCentral -- Home)
