Tag: Renaissance

  • Michelangelo and Fra Angelico: Two Renaissance Greats Who Died on the Same Day

    Michelangelo and Fra Angelico were Italian Renaissance artists who died on the same day (many years apart).

  • Renew Yourself With Lessons from the Renaissance

    “Your Renaissance” by Maura Garau mines the lives, loves, and art of the Renaissance to help you live your best life.

    Your Renaissance by Maura Garau
  • Raphael’s Loggia of Cupid and Psyche Now in Exquisite, Digital Detail

    In addition to the many paintings that Raphael painted during his short life, the artist was also responsible for a roomful of frescoes in a Roman palace that is now known as the Villa Farnesina. From 1517-1518, Raphael and his workshop painted scenes from the fable of Cupid and Psyche on the vaulted ceiling of…

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  • San Biagio: Renaissance Jewel in Montepulciano, Tuscany

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    The church of San Biagio in Montepulciano, Tuscany, is considered one of prime examples of Renaissance architecture.

    San Biagio Montepulciano