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Renaissance Art Techniques
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Quattrocento
Refers to the 15th-century Italian art, characterized by an emphasis on geometry, architectural perspective, and a rational, orderly approach. Example: Masaccio's 'The Holy Trinity'.
Cangiante
A painting technique where an artist changes the color of an object to depict light and shape, often using colors not realistic for the object's natural color. Example: Michelangelo's use in the Sistine Chapel.
Trompe l'oeil
A painting technique that uses realistic imagery to create an optical illusion that depicted objects exist in three dimensions. Example: Andrea Mantegna's 'The Oculus' on the ceiling of the Camera degli Sposi.
Fresco
A mural painting applied on freshly laid lime plaster, which becomes an integral part of the wall. Example: Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling.
Contrapposto
A sculpting technique where the figure's standing position is natural due to a shift in weight, creating a dynamic posture. Example: Michelangelo's 'David'.
Perspective
An artistic technique used to create an impression of depth and space on a flat surface. Example: Filippo Brunelleschi's demonstration of linear perspective.
Sfumato
A technique involving the gentle blending of colors and tones, creating soft transitions without harsh lines. Example: Leonardo da Vinci's 'Mona Lisa'.
Grisaille
A painting technique entirely in shades of grey or another neutral color, often used to simulate sculpture. Example: Masaccio's 'Tribute Money' features sections in grisaille.
Gold Leaf
A technique where thin sheets of gold are applied to a surface, often used to embellish and highlight elements of a painting or manuscript. Example: Giotto's 'The Peruzzi Altarpiece'.
Chiaroscuro
A technique used to create a strong contrast between light and dark, often to give the illusion of depth and volume. Example: Caravaggio's 'The Calling of St Matthew'.
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