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Mannerism Slides #11-13

Mannerism Slides #11-13. Mannerism. “Mannerism” is the period between the High Renaissance and the Baroque (1525-1600 AD) Often the art was very individual and expressionistic (showing emotion) – a mixture of styles that were extensions of the Renaissance but not one unified style.

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Mannerism Slides #11-13

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  1. MannerismSlides #11-13

  2. Mannerism “Mannerism” is the period between the High Renaissance and the Baroque (1525-1600 AD) Often the art was very individual and expressionistic (showing emotion) – a mixture of styles that were extensions of the Renaissance but not one unified style. Typical Characteristics: -complex characters / compositions / poses / subject matter. -very dramatic, theatrical and sometimes overly stylized. -crisp and frozen shapes, muscular and elongated figures in complex poses. -distorted and strange perspective views.

  3. 11) El Greco. The Burial of Count Orgaz. (1586) Oil on canvas. • What distinct features identify this work as a clear example of Mannerism as opposed to a High Renaissance work? • made in Toledo, Spain • Use of triangular composition • two sections: heavenly and terrestrial zones • 7th figure from the left: painter • St. Peter holds the keys • The Count is carried by St. Stephen (left) and St. Augustine (right)

  4. 12) Parmagianino. Madonna with the Long Neck. (1534-1540 AD). Oil on canvas. • What distinct features identify this work as a clear example of Mannerism as opposed to a High Renaissance work? • What appears strange about this composition?

  5. 13) Giambologna. Abduction of the Sabine Woman. (1583 AD) Marble. • Originally from Northern Europe and named Jean Boulogne (changed his name once in Italy). • Considered to be the bridge between Michelangelo and Bernini in sculpture. • Interwoven and carved from a single block of marble – designed as an upward spiral composition. • First sculpture designed to be viewed from any and all sides (not just front, back and profile as before).

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