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The Roman Period
The Roman empire at its height stretched from the Atlantic Ocean to well into Asia and from Scotland to Africa. The empire was thus in a position to absorb a very broad combination of art influences, including the great achievements of Ancient Greece and those of the Etruscan civilization. Consequently the art of ancient Rome was a mixture of influences.
In later centuries Italian art has developed those influences in new directions. The Christianisation of Rome gave new focus to Italian artists and the sheer size of the empire resulted in a stylistic division between the art of the western empire and the art of Byzantium.
Gothic Period
The Renaissance
The Renaissance is said to begin in 14th century Italy. The rediscovery of Ancient Greek and Roman art and classics brought better proportions and use of lighting in art. Wealthy families, such as the Medicis, and the papacy served as patrons for many Italian artists, including Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo Buonarroti, Donatello, and Raphael.
The focus of most art remained religious. Michelangelo painted the Sistine Chapel, and sculpted his famous Pietà. Leonardo painted the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper (Leonardo). Raphael painted several Madonnas. Both Michelangelo and Donatello sculpted visions of David.
Mannerism
Modernity
Post-Modern Italian art
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