"Renaissance architecture is the European architecture of the period between the early 15th and early 16th centuries in different regions, demonstrating a conscious revival and development of certain elements of ancient Greek and Roman thought and material culture."
The study of ancient Greek and Roman art, architecture, and culture, which was a major source of inspiration for Renaissance architects.
History of Ancient Greece: This covers the rise and fall of ancient Greek civilization and its significant contributions to the fields of philosophy, literature, art, and science.
History of Ancient Rome: This covers the origins of Rome, the establishment of the Roman Republic, the transition into the Roman Empire, and the significant historical events during this period.
Mythology and Religion of Classical Antiquity: This covers the beliefs and practices of ancient Greek and Roman religions and the significant myths, gods, and goddesses associated with them.
Philosophy of Classical Antiquity: This covers the philosophical ideas and concepts of ancient Greek and Roman thinkers such as Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Epictetus, and Cicero.
Literature of Classical Antiquity: This covers the influential works of ancient Greek and Roman literature such as the Iliad and Odyssey, the Aeneid, the Oresteia, and the works of Virgil, Ovid, and Horace.
Art and Architecture of Classical Antiquity: This covers the artistic achievements and architectural innovations of ancient Greece and Rome, including the Parthenon, the Colosseum, and other examples of classical architecture.
Science and Technology of Classical Antiquity: This covers the significant scientific and technological advancements of the ancient world, including astronomy, mathematics, engineering, and medicine.
Classical Antiquity in the Renaissance: This covers the revival of interest in classical antiquity during the Renaissance, including the influence of classical ideas on art, architecture, literature, and philosophy.
Political and Social Systems of Classical Antiquity: This covers the political and social systems of ancient Greece and Rome, including democracy, republicanism, slavery, and citizenship.
Warfare, Empire, and Diplomacy in Classical Antiquity: This covers the military strategies, conquests, and diplomatic relationships of ancient Greece and Rome, including the Persian Wars, the Peloponnesian War, and the Punic Wars.
Doric Order: The simplest of the orders, characterized by the plain, unadorned capitals on columns.
Ionic Order: A more complex order with scroll-like ornamentation on the capitals.
Corinthian Order: An ornate order with intricate leaf motifs on the capitals.
Tuscan Order: A simplified version of the Doric Order, with a smooth shaft and minimal ornamentation.
Composite Order: A hybrid of the Ionic and Corinthian Orders, with leaf motifs and scroll-like ornamentation.
Pilaster: A flattened column or half-column projecting from a wall surface, often used for decorative purposes.
Entablature: A horizontal element that rests on top of columns and supports the roof.
Pediment: A triangular gable above the entrance or portico of a building, often adorned with sculpture.
Architrave: The lowest part of an entablature, resting directly on top of the capitals of the columns.
Frieze: The middle part of an entablature, often decorated with relief sculpture.
Baldacchino: A large ceremonial canopy supported by columns, often used to mark an important spot or altar.
Portico: A covered entrance or porch supported by columns.
Rotunda: A circular building often crowned by a dome.
Colonnade: A row of columns supporting an entablature, often used as a decorative feature.
Dome: A hemispherical structure often used to cover a large space, such as a church or government building.
Niche: A recess in a wall often used to display a statue or other work of art.
Arcade: A series of arches supported by columns or piers, used to cover a walkway or open space.
Coffer: A recessed decorative panel used in ceilings or domes.
Acanthus leaves: A type of ornamentation often used in the Corinthian Order, characterized by large, pointed leaves.
Mosaic: A decorative technique in which small pieces of colored glass or other materials are arranged to form a pattern or image.
"Developed first in Florence, with Filippo Brunelleschi as one of its innovators."
"The Renaissance style quickly spread to other Italian cities."
"Stylistically, Renaissance architecture followed Gothic architecture."
"Renaissance architecture was succeeded by Baroque architecture."
"Renaissance style places emphasis on symmetry, proportion, geometry and the regularity of parts."
"As demonstrated in the architecture of classical antiquity and in particular ancient Roman architecture, of which many examples remained."
"Orderly arrangements of columns, pilasters and lintels, as well as the use of semicircular arches, hemispherical domes, niches and aediculae replaced the more complex proportional systems and irregular profiles of medieval buildings."
"Filippo Brunelleschi as one of its innovators."
"Developed first in Florence."
"The style was carried to Spain, France, Germany, England, Russia, and other parts of Europe at different dates and with varying degrees of impact."
"The period between the early 15th and early 16th centuries."
"Renaissance architecture followed Gothic architecture."
"Renaissance architecture was succeeded by Baroque architecture."
"Symmetry, proportion, geometry and the regularity of parts."
"Orderly arrangements of columns, pilasters and lintels, as well as the use of semicircular arches."
"Orderly arrangements of columns, pilasters, and lintels replaced the more complex proportional systems and irregular profiles of medieval buildings."
"Certain elements of ancient Greek and Roman thought and material culture."
"Filippo Brunelleschi as one of its innovators."
"The style was carried to Spain, France, Germany, England, Russia, and other parts of Europe at different dates and with varying degrees of impact."