Based on the picture shown here, identify Name of the architect: Title: then analyze the contribution made by this architect to the visual arts, architectural importance of building, importance of this building to its city (must indicate the name of city).        

Based on the picture shown here, identify Name of artist: Title: Medium: Art movement: then analyze at least two characteristics of art movement associate with this work, a meaning of memento mori and how it was used in this work of art, and subject depicted. 

Extra credit: identify a name of the instructor’s favorite artist and title of work by the artist. 

Analyze importance of this sculpture and how naturalism and idealism are used in this sculpture.    

Due to the influence of Humanism, the visual arts in 15th century Italy showed more humanized images of holy figures.

Many Renaissance artists benefited from the patronage of the Medici family since they were rich, educated bankers, and politicians who supported the visual arts. 

Equestrian refers to a work of art which depicts a man riding a horse. 

Chronology: A. High Renaissance  B. Proto-Renaissance  C. Renaissance  D. Mannerism

During the High Renaissance, Florence was the main place for a production of the visual arts under the patronage of the Medici family.

During the Middle Ages, guilds were important organizations for artists which they protected the artists and helped their families.