Question

Which statements describe a difference between Renaissance and medieval art?

Answer 1

A. Renaissance artist developed techniques to portray children realistically.

Medieval artists ranked humans in order of social importance based on religious ideology. Medieval artwork demonstrated that hierarchy by drawing humans sized according to social status rather than true proportions. Artists of the time focused primarily on religious scenes instead of secular events. Medieval artists considered nature and landscapes trivial, as people enjoyed life experiences through religious encounters instead of connections with the natural world. In contrast, the Renaissance period emphasized secularism. Renaissance artists drew humans fixed to natural landscapes, demonstrating a shift in focus to the real and natural world rather than divine objects. Renaissance artists drew attention to feelings and emotions, adding a more realistic feel to human subjects. Warmth, serenity and harmony emerged as key Renaissance art traits. Renaissance works also emphasized proper proportion of humans in landscapes to emphasize the importance of realism over illusion.