Italy+-+Arts

​​  Italy's Arts The arts are a way of expressing one's self

​ Above is one of the most recognized art peices from Italy, the Mona Lisa By Leonardo Divinci
 * Renaissance means rebirth.
 * After the fall of the Roman Empire, Rome was filled with fear.
 * When Rome came out of the dark times, the citizens were happier and this started the Renaissance Period.
 * In Ancient Rome, Italy was famous for their architecture and art.
 * The Renaissance Period inspired Italy's architecture.
 * In the 12th century, Italy was introduced to the Gothic form of architecture.
 * Futurism is the current style of art.
 * Italy contains over 70% of the entire World's art and architecture.
 * The first Italian film lasted merely a few seconds.
 * The Italian Renaissance was the time when most arts were produced.
 * Most nude sculptures were of men.
 * The nude sculptures were made because the Ancient Romans worshiped the male's body.
 * Any sculptures of women, showed the women wearing dresses and togas.

Main Source: wikipedia.com



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