“In many cases a person’s clothing revealed his occupation” (Emerson, 186). Which means that the clothes you wear are associated with the job you have. Clothes weren’t only used to show a person’s job, “clothing was also used to distinguish persons who were considered inferior” (Emerson, 186). Jobs in the sixteenth century, considering they did not have modern technology and knowledge, were different than they are today. Depending on your occupation that would decide your income, rank in society, how old you are before you could start working, and your necessity to society. Servants were a common job in the sixteenth century. Organized crime such a prostitution was big during the sixteenth century. Midwifery was essential in the sixteenth century because midwives helped deliver babies, they would be the main person to attend birth. In the sixteenth century many mining districts increased dramatically, (Mining and Metallurgy, 157). Important jobs of the sixteenth century included servants, prostitutes, midwives, miners, and accountants. Servants took up a lot of jobs during the sixteenth century. “In many European cities female servants constituted as twelve percent of the population” (Servants, 453). Twelve percent of the population may seem like very little, but it’s really a lot, and that’s only the female servants. “Women servants were employed in less public tasks behind the scenes, helping in the kitchen and cleaning the bed chambers” (Servants, 453). Women servants were often used for helping in the kitchen and cleaning bed chambers. “Although girls as young as seven or eight and unmarried women formed the majority of servants, it was male servants who gave status to a house hold” (Servants, 453) Male servants were used fo... ... middle of paper ... ...: Writer’s Digest Books, 1996. Print. Grendler, Paul F. et al. Encyclopedia of the Renaissance, Volume One: Abrabanel-Civility. New York, New York: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1999. Print. Grendler, Paul F. et al. Encyclopedia of the Renaissance, Volume Two: Class Furio-Ceriol. New York, New York: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1999. Print. Grendler, Paul F. et al. Encyclopedia of the Renaissance, Volume Four: Machiavelli-Petrarchism. New York, New York: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1999. Print. Grendler, Paul F. et al. Encyclopedia of the Renaissance, Volume Five: Peucer-Sforza. New York, New York: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1999. Print. Grendler, Paul F. et al. Encyclopedia of the Renaissance, Volume Six: Shakespeare-Zwingli. New York, New York: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1999. Print. Planes, Alex. “The 5 Best Jobs in America.” The Motley Fool. 27 April, 2013. Web. 12 March, 2014
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Some of women in this time period’s family roles are very similar to what is expected of them today. The most common jobs were “domestic work, including teaching young females their roles for later in life, cleaning the house, and preparing food” (¨DeVault¨). Men would often be working during the day. Women's jobs were very crucial because if all they did around the house. Not all kids were able to attend school so it was up to the mother. Though not every one was married at this time, “common arguments against married women working were that they were taking jobs away
A rediscover of their history and recognition of early Greek philosophers changed the way that the influential families and Princes, in Italy, considered themselves. Their way of thinking of the Devine and need to promote one’s own aspirations through sponsorship of the arts, as well as, civic duty became not only fashionable but important to progress in the city states. Although Donatello’s David and Botticelli’s Primavera are master pieces in their own right, their influence on future generations of artists cannot be ignored. The spark that ignited the fire which we call the Renaissance was a transformation of societies thinking and values to a Humanistic approach to one duties to society and the church. These two works are a reflection of the changing attitudes which would eventually change all of
Harman, Alec, and Anthony Milner. Late Renaissance and Baroque Music. London: Barrie Books LTD., 1959. ML193.H37
Robin, Diana, Anne B. Larsen, and Carole Evans, eds. Encyclopedia of Women in the Renaissance: Italy, France and England. Santa Barbara: Abc Clio, 2007.
The Renaissance has not ceased to be an age of discussion and debate among historians throughout the recent centuries. The vibrant nature of the era marks it as a most fascinating period of history. The Renaissance can be described as an age carrying the essence of “self-discovery and fulfillment, of recognition of human worth, and a dynamic outpouring of artistic activity.” This new world flourishing with art and creative optimism was also steeped in a spirit of “revolt of the Medievalists.” In an effort of “rebirth,” the previous culture of the Middle Ages was rejected, and even scorned. Foundational principles in all fields were overstepped, and old cultural norms were practically obsolete. It was an era whose humanistic philosophy greatly impacted the lens through which man viewed himself and the world.
Brucker, Gene A. & Co. Renaissance Florence. Berkeley: University of California Press, 1969. Mandelbaum, Allen. A.
Lorenzo De Medici can be considered as one of the most influential men of the 13th century. His work in political affairs and administration were renowned in all Italy and his family could count on him in every aspect. Lorenzo was also a promoter of a new period called Renaissance. He was one of the first “mecenate” to explore this new way of art. In this project, I will concentrate how he developed art in Florence, giving a clear example through an Artist of that period that was working for him: Sandro Botticelli. His work “The Spring” is a well-defined example of what we can call “art in the Renaissance”, in particular for the Italian Renaissance.
Juarez, Aimee C. “Humanizing Machiavelli and His Concept of a Good Leader.” www.saybrook.edu. N.p., 29 June 2012. Web. 20 Mar. 2014.
The periods between 14th and 17th century were marked by a return to classical ideas and culture, known as the Renaissance. The Renaissance or some may say “Rinascita” meaning rebirth, represented a break away from conformist society and culture of the previous medieval Europe to the revival of lost knowledge. This cultural movement, where changes occurred in almost every aspect of intellectualism, we know evoked in the in the heart of Florence, Italy. The unique characteristics of this city enabled an atmosphere of learning and artistic expression. An independent city like Florence was quickly capable to grow prosperous through trade and banking creating a class of wealthy businessmen who became patrons to individual artists providing them with fund and other necessities. It were these men too who become the most prominent face of the Renaissance movement. The Renaissance marked an important moment in human history and ending of the dark ages. Having changed the way in which people thought has given us many of the freedoms we have today. This essay will be further exploring the que...
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During the Italian renaissance there were many inventions, creations, and art, but some of the things still affect our lifestyle today. Some of these things are well known by people, where some are just artwork that has lots of exposure in the modern world. There are people who devote their lives to study these works of art. There must be some information on how this outburst of art and other works began, as before the Renaissance Italy was in a depression. This is a complete turnaround from a depression. In this report I am going to review and go over how the Renaissance started and who kept it alive, by studying the life of rich patrons. There is also going to be sections on specific inventions and artwork that shows renaissance lifestyle, using a book of Art History and information about popular inventions.
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