Architecture, Interiors and Decorative Arts of the Italian Renaissance

About this course:

The rebirth of the arts during the Renaissance period gave rise to sumptuous commissions by prosperous families. Archeological excavations of ancient Greece and Rome, financed by merchants, greatly influenced the art and architecture of the Italian Renaissance. As Italy became the cultural center of Europe and the cradle of the new ideas of humanism in the Renaissance, its wealthy families supported fine and decorative arts in the creation of opulent interiors. In this course, we explore the splendid art, magnificent architecture and luxurious decorative arts that graced the churches and palazzos of the Italian Renaissance. This course will be recorded. Students will have access to the video for 30 days.