AP Euro Vocab Week 1

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  1. 2. A prominent Italian banking family from Florence that played a significant role in the patronage of the arts during the Renaissance. They were major patrons of artists and supported the growth of Renaissance culture.
  2. 4. An Italian sculptor of the Early Renaissance known for his lifelike sculptures, including the bronze statue of David.
  3. 8. ________ della Mirandola:An Italian Renaissance philosopher and humanist. His most famous work is the "Oration on the Dignity of Man," which celebrated human potential and freedom
  4. 11. An Italian Renaissance author and diplomat, best known for his book "The Book of the Courtier." The book provides a guide to the ideal courtier, emphasizing the importance of education, noble behavior, and cultural accomplishments.
  5. 13. An Italian political philosopher and diplomat of the Renaissance. He is best known for his book "The Prince," which offers advice to rulers on how to gain and maintain power, often emphasizing the use of cunning and practicality.
  6. 16. A philosophical and cultural movement of the Renaissance that focused on the importance of human values, potential, and achievements. Humanists emphasized the study of classical literature, history, and rhetoric, with an emphasis on individualism and the pursuit of knowledge.
  7. 17. An Italian scholar, poet, and humanist during the 14th century. He is considered the father of humanism and known for his love sonnets dedicated to Laura, as well as his works on philosophy and history.
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  1. 1. An Italian historian and statesman of the Renaissance period. Guicciardini is known for his historical writings, particularly his "History of Italy," which provides an analysis of politics and events in Italy during his time.
  2. 3. _________________of the arts: The financial support and sponsorship of artists by wealthy individuals, families, and institutions during the Renaissance. Patrons provided artists with resources and commissions, allowing them to create and promote their works.
  3. 5. In medieval and early modern Europe, society was often divided into three main estates: the clergy (First Estate), the nobility (Second Estate), and the commoners (Third Estate). This hierarchical social structure was prevalent until the French Revolution.
  4. 6. A cultural and intellectual emphasis on the unique worth, dignity, and potential of the individual. Individualism during the Renaissance promoted personal achievement, creativity, and self-expression.
  5. 7. An Italian artist and sculptor of the High Renaissance. Michelangelo's works include the Sistine Chapel ceiling frescoes, the sculpture of David, and the design of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.
  6. 9. An Italian scholar and philosopher who translated and popularized the works of Plato in the 15th century. Ficino's translation of Plato's works greatly influenced Renaissance thought and the development of Neoplatonism.
  7. 10. A period of cultural and intellectual rebirth in Europe that spanned roughly from the 14th to the 17th century. It marked a transition from the medieval period to modernity, characterized by renewed interest in classical Greek and Roman learning, artistic achievements, and exploration.
  8. 12. The_____________:A political treatise written by Niccolò Machiavelli in the early 16th century. Explores political power and offers advice to rulers on gaining and maintaining power in a realistic and pragmatic manner.
  9. 14. An Italian humanist and scholar known for his textual analysis and criticism. Valla exposed the Donation of Constantine, a forged document used by the papacy to justify its temporal power.
  10. 15. An Italian humanist and historian known for his writings on Florentine history and the lives of philosophers. Bruni is often considered the first modern historian and his works contributed to the revival of historical scholarship during the Renaissance.