HUM 100, INTRO TO ART, MUSIC AND LITERATURE

The printing press was also responsible for spreading the other ideas of Luther (Perry , 1989

The printing press was instrumental in the outcome of Luther 's influence . It was very effective as a means to spread the ideas and other information . Its effectiveness was proven by the growth of the Protestant movement , as more people embraced Luther 's beliefs and expressed dissatisfaction with the Church and its practices (Perry 1989 . Many Germans became Lutherans , but the influence of Luther went beyond his homeland . Lutheranism spread in various parts of Europe including

Denmark , Finland , Norway and Sweden . The prevalence of Lutheranism in Europe was made possible by the printing press (Perry 1989

Indeed , the printing press is one of the greatest inventions of all time . It is also revolutionary in the sense that it has contributed greatly to history through the function it had in the Renaissance and the Reformation . It was the key in the distribution of knowledge and information that made growth and change possible

2 ) Art patronage in the sixteenth century came mainly from the church and from the wealth . Explain how this idea of patronage can help us to understand the social value of art , within both of these very different contexts . Give specific examples

The end of the medieval period in Europe ushered in a cultural revolution known as a Renaissance . During this time , there was a revival in classical endeavors it was marked by the return of the interest in Ancient Greece and Rome . The pursuit of human excellence became the focus of the era , and the creativity that flourished was a testament to that excellence . This is the reason why art developed in the 16th century . This development was made possible by the patronage of both the Church and the wealthy

Art patronage during...