An artist leaves a legacy behind through the works and impressions they have created to influence the changing definitions of art within itself. During the early modern era, multiple artists have had revolutionary techniques and ideas that changed the way artists thought about perspective and architecture. Artists themselves had looked upon each other for influence to build upon their ideas. The birth of revolutionary concepts were born, when an artist, decided to take a leap of faith into transforming present ideas, and molding them to their full potential. Filippo Brunelleschi is a well-known Italian Renaissance architect and innovative engineer, most commonly credited for his work on the dome for the Florence Cathedral and the reinvention
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Masaccio was the first credited artist to use Filippo Brunelleschi’s linear perspective method. The painting he had demonstrated this technique on is called the, The Trinity, which was commissioned by a member of the Lenzi family for the Dominican Church of the Santa Maria Novella around c. 1426 – 27. The composition consisted of his interpretation of the crucifix scene in the New Testament; his version was used to encourage prayers towards the sacrifice of Jesus, as opposed to just expressing the story. His painting showcased an interpretation of God the Father in a human form; during those times, God was usually presented as hands. The human figure of God presented a closer connection between Him and humankind. The body of Christ was depicted with great detail, which was most likely achieved through observation of a model. The positions of the other figures, such as Mary and John within the frame, and the other subjects pointing towards the centre, Christ, aided the illusion of three-dimensional space. However, the painting held more to it then just the aspect of technicalities, like most early modern art, it showcased symbolism to tell a story of deeper meaning. The painted representation of the skeleton below the cross was used to convey the message, “what you are now, I once was, what I am now, you will be.” His work on the Brancacci Chapel also made him quite well known for his vanishing-point technique used in The Tribute Money to ensure the viewer’s participation when observing the painting. The frescoes featured in the chapel further exemplified his rising stature, such as, The Expulsion from Paradise. This particular painting was another example of the anatomy that was being explored at the time, and being brought to life within the paintings as they were depicted in a more realistic way. His work encouraged a more realistic interpretation of the
Masaccio was the first credited artist to use Filippo Brunelleschi’s linear perspective method. The painting he had demonstrated this technique on is called the, The Trinity, which was commissioned by a member of the Lenzi family for the Dominican Church of the Santa Maria Novella around c. 1426 – 27. The composition consisted of his interpretation of the crucifix scene in the New Testament; his version was used to encourage prayers towards the sacrifice of Jesus, as opposed to just expressing the story. His painting showcased an interpretation of God the Father in a human form; during those times, God was usually presented as hands. The human figure of God presented a closer connection between Him and humankind. The body of Christ was depicted with great detail, which was most likely achieved through observation of a model. The positions of the other figures, such as Mary and John within the frame, and the other subjects pointing towards the centre, Christ, aided the illusion of three-dimensional space. However, the painting held more to it then just the aspect of technicalities, like most early modern art, it showcased symbolism to tell a story of deeper meaning. The painted representation of the skeleton below the cross was used to convey the message, “what you are now, I once was, what I am now, you will be.” His work on the Brancacci Chapel also made him quite well known for his vanishing-point technique used in The Tribute Money to ensure the viewer’s participation when observing the painting. The frescoes featured in the chapel further exemplified his rising stature, such as, The Expulsion from Paradise. This particular painting was another example of the anatomy that was being explored at the time, and being brought to life within the paintings as they were depicted in a more realistic way. His work encouraged a more realistic interpretation of the