The Sublimation from Divinity to Humanity: Renaissance and Baroque Styles in European Medieval Renaissance

Author: Chi Ke
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: This volume includes masterpieces from the Middle Ages in Europe, the Renaissance, to the "Baroque" period. For many years, we have seen relatively few Western medieval sculptures. One reason is that most Western scholars believe that the Middle Ages, under strict religious control, restrained human nature and hindered the development of art, known as the "Dark Ages" (5th to 14th centuries). Another reason is that many important medieval sculptures are located in churches in different countries, making it difficult to examine them comprehensively. It was only in recent years that efforts were made to introduce the sculptures of various periods in the Middle Ages, expanding our horizons. The techniques and aesthetic trends of art always continue to develop. This is the trend of history and the need of the audience.