Renaissance Art: Distinctions Between Pope and Nobleman
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An 8 page discussion of the similarities and contrasts of portraits of the Renaissance period. Contends that while the Church was a driving force in the art of the period, the distinctions between the portraits of Popes and noblemen are subtle. Equates the similarities as being a result of the familial backgrounds of many of the popes who were from the prominent families of the day and consequently walked a fine line between papal direction and societal status. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPpope.wps

The Role of Art in the Christian World
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A 5 page discussion of the relationship of art and religion. Illuminates the role of Christianity in shaping the art of the Renaissance period in particular. Emphasizes that this relationship was not only positive in that the Church used its influence to restrict the types of art which was produced and also wielded art as a weapon designed to condemn those who held beliefs which differed from its own. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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'Teaching Tales' of Milton, Voltaire and Rembrandt:
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This 8 page paper examines three artists and their works of the Baroque period for their similarities and differences. Comparisons used include Milton's Pariidise Lost, Voltaire's Candide, and Rembrandt's Night Watch.. It is the element of story, or how it is told, that we will use to examine each of these historic art pieces. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: BBmiltvr.doc.

Analysis of Rembrandt's 'Rembrandt Contemplating the Bust of Aristotle'
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A 5 page paper discussing three aspects of this infamous painting : light, shadow and psychological basis (mood) of subject. These are tied into the relevancy of this self-portrait to the Baroque period and Rembrandt's move away from his peers, which led to his genius. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Comparison Essay Between Rembrandt and Poussin
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A 4 page essay using the fictitious act of describing the differences between Rembrandt's 'Prodigal Son' and Poussin's 'Arcadian Shepherds' that should be taken into consideration when selecting a painting for a natural environment—a riverfront home. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Cnrempou.wps

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