Cathedral

In the early 15th Century Florence, there were an array of young artists that experimented discuss the context of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. Filippo Brunelleschi was an important innovator during the Renaissance period as an architect and an inventor. Leon Battirta Alberti was also an important engineer during this time. Also discussed, are few works done by Donato Bramante (1444-1514) and Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564). This essay will briefly discuss the importance of art…

As always, to begin learning about a person, one starts with informing the learner about their early days. Thomas a’ Becket was born in London in the year 1118. His parents came from Normandy then setteled in England. He worked as a secretery for Sir Richer de L’Aigle after he stopped attending school. He later also worked for Osbert Huitdeniers He later became one of the most trusted clerks when he entered the service of Theobold, who was the archbishop of Canterbury, and gained the favor over…

about Gothic Cathedrals. There was no specific date when this Wikipedia page was created. The point of view from this source gives the reader the impression that the Dark Ages weren’t too “dark”. This point of view is shown through the quote, “Common features of gothic cathedrals included architectural innovations, including: large columns, high ceilings with ribbed vaults, flying buttresses, and large stained glass windows”. This quote gives the reader the idea that Gothic Cathedrals were very…

In the 1100’s, Cathedral Schools were developed in central and northern France and were part of the cultural centers of their communities (Sayre 405). The student body consisted primarily of men. The schools provided thorough training to the priesthood, and were the only people required to be literate in society. Overall, the schools became important institutional centers of learning (iun). The academics consisted of seven liberal Arts including grammar, logic, music, astronomy, rhetoric,…

The Durham Cathedral stands out as one of the most elaborate and beautifully constructed cathedrals in England. This very distinct Norman architecture has made many of the English cathedrals very iconic in design dated around this same period. This cathedral, constructed between 1093 and 1133, uses very large columnar piers to support the entire structure from the nave arcades, to the grand central openings, to the large ceiling vaults. From the pictures I can conjure up, the building is…

When I signed up to take Stained Glass, I did not know what to expect. I had a vague idea that maybe we would make some glass and solder it together to create a window. I thought it would be an simplistic quick process, but I soon learned that my assumptions were wrong. After finishing my heart, I started to realize that Stained Glass is a very serious and complex artform. However, I did not fully realize the amount of dedication and hard work required to create this art until finishing my first…

Carvers Cathedral deals with the misguided perception of disabled people that come from what they see ‘‘in the movies’ . The narrator is faced with his own bias towards Robert and deal with the emotions that occur because of Roberts disability. In causing the narrator to face his own perception, Carver forces the audience to question their own. The anonymity of the narrator creates a space for the readers own perception. Sentences are key way to convey the emotional state of the…

(1308-11). (n.d.) Maesta is from the Italian word “in majesty” that is known as Madonna and Child Enthroned with Angels and Saints) Maesta Altarpiece (1308-11). (n.d.) This piece is a two sided horizontal style wooden screen designed for the Siena Cathedral. This piece was painted using the Byzantine style of art. This composition of this piece follows the traditions of the Proto-Renaissance period. Maesta Altarpiece (1308-11). (n.d.). This piece shows the Virgin and Child in majesty and…

The narrator has issues putting words together to describe the cathedral which is a signal to Robert. The issue that had occurred before with the narrator’s wife and Robert popped back up in his head. Robert had begun touching the narrator hand in order guide him through the drawing. This was another way of communication…

During this course, we have learned many styles and eras of art from 1200 to 1900. In this class, we also act as art historians, so we consider; how old the painting is, what is the style of the work of art, what is the subject, who made it, and who paid for it. These questions help with the understanding of why the art was made and find the era that the art belongs. We have studied many styles and eras, and I believe this painting, Madonna and child, was created in the late medieval period,…