The English Renaissance 1485 1660 Renaissance Rebirth Changes
The English Renaissance: 1485 -1660 Renaissance = Re-birth; Changes in people’s values, beliefs, and behaviors from preceding Middle Ages Opening Quick-Write: What can ART tell us about a particular time period?
One painting is from the Middle Ages & one is from the Renaissance. Which is from the Renaissance? Vote at Poll. Ev. com/krystalschul 343 A B
One painting is from the Middle Ages & one is from the Renaissance. Which painting is from the Renaissance? The Middle Ages The Renaissance • Religion, astrology & mysticism were used to explain the universe • Art was onedimensional and not true to real life observations • Humans started to explore the universe through science; Mathematics became more advanced as ideas were learned from eastern cultures & ancient Greek texts • Art started using perspective & shading to show the illusion of distance and depth A B
One stained glass is from the Middle Ages & one is from the Renaissance. Which is from the Renaissance? Vote at Poll. Ev. com/krystalschul 343 A B
One stained glass is from the Middle Ages & one is from the Renaissance. Which is from the Renaissance? The Middle Ages • Theology = most important area of study • Art figures are rigid, stiff, & uniform so that focus is on the spiritual devotion inspired and heavenly life A The Renaissance • Humanism = importance becomes study of mankind • Art figures are in natural poses & realistic to emphasize humanity’s struggle during their earthly life B
One sculpture is from the Middle Ages & one is from the Renaissance. Which is from the Renaissance? Vote at Poll. Ev. com/krystalschul 343 A B
One sculpture is from the Middle Ages & one is from the Renaissance. Which is from the Renaissance? The Middle Ages • Artists were in service of the Roman Catholic Church and remained anonymous • The human body was thought of as an obstacle to spiritual progress and de -emphasized in art Only piece Michelangelo ever signed A The Renaissance • Artists acted as individuals & became famous men of the time: da Vinci, Michelangelo • The human body was glorified in art and human dissections were used to study its anatomy in detail B
One building is from the Middle Ages & one is from the Renaissance. Which is from the Renaissance? Vote at Poll. Ev. com/krystalschul 343 A B
One building is from the Middle Ages & one is from the Renaissance. Which is from the Renaissance? The Middle Ages • The Roman Catholic Church had extreme power as 10% of the population were clergy members • Massive Roman Catholic cathedrals were built in the Gothic style known for extreme height and intricate carvings A The Renaissance • People wanted to improve their culture by studying humanity’s achievements in ancient successful cultures • Architecture relied on copying ancient Roman tactics such as columns, arches, and symmetry (balance) B
Let’s Review…What were some major ideological (thoughts/beliefs/values) differences between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance? Middle Ages (1066 -1485) English Renaissance Connection to… Doctor Faustus (1485 -1660) • Emphasis on God and • Context: Written in 1592, the play showcases the faith • Emphasis on the clash between Medieval and Renaissance ideology individual man • • People whothe spent Critics: valued Describe main character, Doctor lives contemplating faith • Renaissance” People valuedand for their Faustus, as “a symbol of the “a achievements • Christian law used to had toindividual Renaissance man who pay the medieval price & innate skills/abilities explain human for being one” existence universe; Harshly • Questioning • and Plot: the Faustus strives to enhance his own faith; punished if questioned which Relying science abilities/skills/knowledge, bringsonabout his & church math to explain human physicalteachings and spiritual destruction existence & universe
“The Faustian Bargain” #1 - What you desire most in life? Choose one, then explain. (Poll. Ev. com/krystalschul 343) A. Wealth/Power B. Safety/Peace C. Love D. Time E. Knowledge F. Fame/Success
“The Faustian Bargain” #1 - What you desire most in life? … Choose one, then explain. A. Wealth/Power B. Safety/Peace C. Love D. Time E. Knowledge F. Fame/Success Reflect: Turn to a partner and discuss your reactions to the result.
“The Faustian Bargain” #2 - What would you most be willing to sacrifice to attain what you desire? Choose one, then explain. (Poll. Ev. com/krystalschul 343) A. Loved Ones B. Wealth C. Health D. Reputation E. Your Beliefs/Values F. Your Life
“The Faustian Bargain” #2 - What would you most be willing to sacrifice to attain what you desire? Choose one, then explain. A. Loved Ones Reflect: Turn to a B. Wealth partner and discuss C. Health your reactions to the results. D. Reputation E. Your Beliefs/Values F. Your Life
“The Faustian Bargain” This film clip from The Godfather is aone’s more modern example of a Faustian Bargain = Selling soul to the devil Faustian Bargain, named after a deal your protagonist, Doctor Faustus, for some temporary advantage; People areexplain so what makes concerning what he desires most. After watching, think a Faustian Bargain is… engage in eager to gain you immediate desires, they actions that they know are evil • Tragedy exists in that often the character is of considerable talent and motivated by lofty ideals However, the bargain results in a waste of that greatness and corruption of the ideals • So, look for a tragic hero with the Aristotelian traits again… • Hamartia (flaw), peripetieia (downfall), anagnorisis (recognition)
The Playwright: Christopher Marlowe, 1564 -1593 While watching this Biography. com clip about Marlowe, take notes on key facets of his life & writing. Video Link What were some ideas you wrote down about Marlowe?
Extending Today’s Ideas… • Read and take notes on the “Introduction” in your textbook including the sections… 1. “Faustian Bargains” (p. vii-viii) 2. “Problems of Authorship” (p. ix-xi) 3. “The Renaissance Faustus” (p. xi-xxiv)
Check for Understanding… Write your name on a sheet of paper and respond to the following… 1. How would you define a “Faustian Bargain? ” 2. What is one key fact about Christopher Marlowe? 3. What is one significant difference between the ideologies of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance?
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