num_pages: 242
description: Renaissance and Renascences in Western Art spans the period from the 10th to the 15th century, including discussion of the Carolingian renaissance and the 12th century proto-renaissance. Erwin Panofsky posits that there were "reanscences" prior to the widely known Renaissance that began in Italy in the 14th century. Whereas earlier renascences can be classified as revivals, the Renaissance was a unique instance that led to a wider cultural transformation.From the Back Cover:Panofsky's study brings welcome light into the darkness. His subject is the character of Renaissance art--in the strictest sense of the word-and its uniqueness in comparison with art produced during earlier revivals of the classical heritage.
language: English
title: Renaissance and Renascences in Western Art
titlecomplete: Renaissance and Renascences in Western Art
genres: Art History, Academic, Nonfiction, Art, History
ratings_count: 123
publisher: Routledge