Art and architecture (Essay Sample)

Art and Architecture
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The term renaissance may be used to mean a rebirth or an awakening call. It was a period in history that took place in Europe and other parts of the world at different times. In Europe, it marked the rebirth of the culture of Greeks and Romans who were residing in Italy and outskirts of England. It was a period marked by great persons like Leonardo da Vinci, Machiavelli and Michelangelo (In Singh 2009). Proponents of the renaissance attribute the modern advancement in the field of politics to this period of renaissance. Scholars from Middle East opposed the concept of renaissance as a source of political and economic empowerment. They claimed that the advancement in the two fields were not attributable to the renaissance period (Bent 2002).
Mosaic refers to styles that have been greatly used by artists since the time of ancient Rome. Artist of those days used a special kind of mosaic called Apse Mosaic that reflected in many places ranging from mere wall decorations to historic buildings such as the ancient Christian church of Pudenziana (Bent 2002). The Imperial artists portray the early church using a well laid Apse Mosaic art which shows Christ together with His disciples in one photo (In Singh 2009). There is an aspect of realism in the mosaic work as the artists put it across. It has however, changed in the modern world of art and architecture. In the Apse Mosaic artwork, the space created by the architectural curves is what makes it a unique style of art. In the modern art, there has been the incorporation of 3 Dimensions art work.
Renaissance is greatly caused by human factors such as war, politics, introduction of a printed press, a dire need to understand religion and historical facts (Bent 2002). The American society has experienced a period of renaissance in its cultu...