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1. Come to Florence and discover the real Italian Lifestyle October 27, 2009 Are you thinking of spending some of your free time studying? Do you want to learn or deepen your knowledge of Italian Language? Here you will find some good reasons to choose Florence and the Scuola Leonardo da Vinci! Florence is an art city, well known all over the world as “the cradle of the Renaissance”. Here some of the greatest Renaissance artists were born, have lived and worked. Walking down the Florentine streets, round every corner you will run into history and culture, spread around wonderful squares, magnificent churches and delightful museums. You surely will not miss... (read more) Author: Elena Lorenzini

2. Experience the Tuscany island vacations October 09, 2009 For many travel enthusiasts and trip lovers, Italy is the place to be. Italy is opulent and composed of many recollected islands which are known to have the most comprehended turfs and area when it comes to the channel of beaches around the coast. This region in Italy is a prestigious island and historical at the most. Tuscany Island was the intermediary of the Italian Renaissance period. Tuscany is an art- filled destination through masterpieces done during the Italian Renaissance period. It boasts many of its admirable and awe- inspiring structures, museums and galleries which are still rear... (read more) Author: Robert Gardentin

3. The Secret Of Ladies. The Invention Of Gentlemen. October 05, 2009 It is a well known fact, that France has always been the home of elegant and sophisticated things. The modern word "bidet" originated from the French - "Bidet". The modern French dictionary has two meanings of this word: the first one refers to a child toy-horse, the second one means device for intimate washing. Well, initially it had only one meaning. In the fifteenth century the Italian Renaissance changed the period of Middle Ages in France. It brought the long-forgotten antique hygienic rules. Washing was considered a sin for a long time and it's hard to believe, but people took bath not... (read more) Author: William Doyle

4. Beautiful Dining Room Decorating Ideas Don't Need To Cost A Fortune! October 01, 2009 Dining room decorating ideas are so vast that your room can have a great deal of potential without costing a lot of money. Dining room decorating can begin in places that are as simple and inexpensive as yard sales, vintage stores, clearance sales, and even warehouses. As long as you’re willing to take the time to hunt for your dining room interior decorating, then the sky’s the limit for your style and décor. You’ll be able to find dining room ideas for decorating in everything from Victorian to renaissance Italian, as well as more contemporary and modern styles. It all depends on what you... (read more) Author: William Doyle

5. Paintings Wholesale In The Best Art Galleries September 24, 2009 If you like Italian painters, you should buy Paintings wholesale of Raphael, Michelangelo, da Vinci and Masaccio. These painters are considered some of the most important Italian painters. This time, we'll see a summary of Maso di Ser Giovanni di Mone Cassai or simply Tommaso Masaccio (1401-1428). Popular known as Masaccio, he was a celebrated painter of frescoes during the Italian Renaissance; his frescoes are the earliest monuments of Humanism. Masaccio has a brief career; however, he had a profound influence on other artists like Gentile da Fabriano. He was a pioneer and use scientific pers... (read more) Author: Mary Pierce

6. Style And Category In China Paintings September 16, 2009 Talking about Italian painters, this time, we'll see a brief of Piero Della Francesca, a recognized and talent artist. His real name was Piero De Benedetto Dei Franceschi. Piero Della Francesca (1416/17-1492) was an artist of the Early Renaissance. However, he also had other occupations; he was known as a mathematician and geometer as well as an artist. He studied art in Florence where developed his successful career. Then, he moved to Rome, Rimini and Arezzo. Piero Della Francesca had a big influenced of Masaccio and Domenico Veneziano. China Paintings are works of quality. Piero Della... (read more) Author: Mary Pierce

7. Artist Name List September 10, 2009 Raphael (Italian, 1483–1520). One of the three pillars of Renaissance art, greatly known for his Madonnas and Vatican chapel fresoes. Leonardo Da Vinci (Italian, 1492–1591). Painter and inventor, his name has surged way ahead of its time. Not only famous for his Mona Lisa, drawings on anatomy were the first most accurate in the world during their time. His drawing of the human heart amazingly showed the function of its valves. He was also the first to give medicine a precise picture of the cavities of the brain. Michelangelo (Italian, 1475–1564). Painter, sculptor, and architect. Thi... (read more) Author: Kenny Leones

8. Oil Paintings In Their Maximum Expression July 31, 2009 Italy is synonymous of art and renowned painters. It is a magic country to visit and appreciate Oil Paintings. Sandro Botticelli or Il Botticello is one of these talent painters and creator of several artworks. Botticelli (1445 – 1510) was an Italian painter of the Florentine school during the Early Renaissance also known Quattrocento. He studied painting with Fra Filippo Lippi, a recognized Renaissance painter of the epoch at the age of fourteen. Botticelli started to paint religious themes; this style placed great importance on the human figure rather than on space. Since 1470 Bottice... (read more) Author: Mary Pierce

9. D & G sunglasses and POLICE sunglasses is it the same? July 16, 2009 Not! It's not First of all, the brand Police glasses Inside the jewelry industry, the Italian brand "POLICE" is a comprehensive development of the Italian hostage to the metal industry and professional enthusiasm, coupled with world-renowned Italian designers Conte Mauro hand, so to catch the wave of avant-garde design Florence elegant mystery, descended listed. Italian Renaissance and the astronomers at the time of the incentive, let local people run for the celestial bodies and human harmonious relationship, with a high degree of recognition, so the jewelry POLICE a... (read more) Author: ball Gong

10. Valuable Legacy Of European Paintings June 24, 2009 Italy and Spain are the two European countries with more painters and valuable Paintings in the globe. Nevertheless, other countries like Russia and Belgium also have good artistic exponents as we will see to continuation. Bernard van Orley (Brussels 1487 - January 1541) was an important Flemish Northern Renaissance painter and draughtsman. Most Bernard van Orley’s works had religious subjects and some of them were portraits. According to the history, Italian painters influenced Orley’s work. Bernard van Orley completed his art education in Rome, specifically in Raphael’s school. After ... (read more) Author: Mary Pierce

11. China Paintings Is A Fine Art June 17, 2009 Throughout history, the number of talent painters has increased, especially in the old continent, Europe. The Asian continent is also recognized for its China Paintings. Italy is a country with numerous and famous painters like Fra Angelico. Fra Angelico (1395 – 1455) was an Early Italian Renaissance painter with a special talent. For this reason, Angelico is considered a good exponent of the Italian art. He combined the religious style of the Middle Ages with the Renaissance’s concern for representing space, mass and light. Much of Fra Angelico’s career was developed in the city of Flo... (read more) Author: Mary Pierce

12. The beauty of the italian ceramics June 11, 2009 The beauty and quality of the Italian ceramics no compares with other kind of ceramics, when you talk about Majolica or Italian Maiolica designates tin glazed pottery dating from the Renaissance often associated with certain regions of Italy like Deruta, Gubbio, Gualdo Tadino and Orvieto, so it is italian ceramics. Villaggioceramics offers you the best hand painted ceramics and italian decor for your collection or home decorating, you will find ceramic plate, ceramic tile, cama ceramics deruta, fima ceramics deruta from Raffaellesco or Ricco. All the pieces comes directly from the workshop i... (read more) Author: lara cross

13. Italian ceramics the good selection May 19, 2009 Majolica or Italian Maiolica designates tin glazed pottery dating from the Renaissance often associated with certain regions of Italy like Deruta, Gubbio, Gualdo Tadino and Orvieto. The name majolica was derived from Majorca, the port from which majolica originally was traded. Italian majolica and Italian Ceramics are world renowned because of their master craftsmanship and durability. Some of the famous names in this art are: Franco mari, Eugenio Ricciarelli and Mastro Giorgio Gubbio who is known as the creator of some of the finest Deruta Maiolica over the history. The Italian way of... (read more) Author: lara cross

14. Get Fine Italian Tapestries at Wholesale Prices May 19, 2009 If you are interested in art and culture, Italian tapestries are perfect for you. You can use them as home décor items. As the name suggests, Italian tapestries are largely inspired from Italy. The images and designs of Italian tapestries revolve around Italian culture and lifestyle. Italian tapestries can be roughly divided into two major categories; Religious wall tapestries and Renaissance wall tapestries. Religious Italian tapestries are based on religious themes. Such Italian tapestries depict Biblical scenes, such as the Creation, Last Supper, and other important scenes from th... (read more) Author: Jude Charlotte

15. Chianti & Castles: breathtaking Vicchiomaggio May 19, 2009 The Chianti area, which lies strategically between the Renaissance cities of Florence and Siena, is famed for its splendid scenery of valleys and hills. The country side is dominated by vineyards and olive groves, but woodland, abounds as do isolated churches and numerous historic farmhouses, buildings and small villages. The area is renowned for its production of Chianti Classico wine and Supertuscans which are considered the best in the world. Recently the Chianti Classico wine producers have also been experimenting with a variety of grapes with excellent results, worthy of note are wines... (read more) Author: Vieri Orzalesi

16. Antique Lamps - A Renaissance Man May 19, 2009 Ulysses Cantagalli, is recognised today as a major 19th century Italian potter. Hardly anything is known about him prior to 1878 when he is recorded as taking over the family factory in Florence. Florence, of course, was the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and Cantagalli's early products reflect this Renaissance artistic style. The style, at the time, was in great demand, especially in England and English speaking countries in general. An outstanding contribution to Cantagalli’s international success was his friendship with William de Morgan, Britain’s most talented and admired pot... (read more) Author: Maurice Robertson

17. Modern Italian Furniture May 19, 2009 We have a broad concept of what modern Italian furniture is. Some believe that the modernity of equipment is based on the design or the era at which they were made. However, this is not really the basis of what modern Italian furniture should be. Italian furniture usually refers to the furniture that was produced from the Italy. It may be considered as a departure to all the old system of furniture that was produced earlier. Patterned fabric simply gave way to the glittering simplicity of the polished metal furniture, furniture and accessories can cover a wide range of home owner taste... (read more) Author: seo hits

18. Italian furniture for the best prices on the market May 11, 2009 Are you thinking about giving your home a wholly brand-new look With Italian furniture and nothing seems to be appealing enough, maybe it is time you tried out some Italian furniture style. This pleasant expressive style not only contributes a cordial, intimate tone to ones home but adds that natural touch, making it stand out from other contemporaneous styles of the day. Renaissance style Italian furniture was designed in a variety of fashions. Large heavy, very unique and ornate design was incorporated into every piece of furniture. Detailed carvings in wood furniture include everyt... (read more) Author: seo hits

19. Vallée de Joux April 07, 2009 In 2009, the artists of the Manufacture wished to present an exceptional series illustrating a traditional enamel technique – grand feu – on a famous timepiece in the Jaeger-LeCoultre collection: the Master Minute Repeater. The Manufacture has chosen to treat the dial of the Master Minute Repeater to a stunning interpretation in the form of enameled miniatures of four famous historical paintings depicting Venus, the goddess of love. These works stem from a variety of sources of inspiration encompassing the Italian Renaissance, the Spanish school of art and French classicism, as embodied... (read more) Author: Tommy Martin

20. Traditional Italian Food - Tuscany March 18, 2009 Tuscan cuisine is fast becoming one of the more popular choices for people who eat Italian food. Restaurants across America are adopting menus that are solely dedicated to this wonderful type of Italian cuisine. It is light, wholesome, and earthy, featuring plenty of grilled and roasted meats, fish, and vegetables lightly seasoned with olive oil and herbs. The people of Florence—the birthplace of the Renaissance and of modern cuisine—have been cooking healthy food this way since the sixteenth century. Tuscan cuisine is the epitome of rich ingredients. Often forgoing thick and heavy sa... (read more) Author: Kath Ibbetson

21. History of Italian Fashion February 17, 2009 Italian Fashion during Renaissance The period after 11th century was development and domination of Italian fashion. The development of art was as its peak. Great Italian artists such as Leonardo da Vinci gave one of their best masterpieces. The Italian fashion was also influenced by the art during that period. Great attention was paid to the extravagant dresses. The rich merchants with large amount of money at their disposal were ready to spend lavishly on the expensive clothing. They showed their power and status by competing by dressing extravagantly. Intricate designs with complex fash... (read more) Author: Emily Shabina

22. Book Review: Signorelli. The Complete Paintings. by Tom Hen November 14, 2008 Signorelli seems to have picked up the reputation of being one of the more eccentric artists in the history of Renaissance Italian art. This may well be because his major public commission, although well-known (indeed who could ignore it) is situated in Orvieto cathedral. Orvieto is not Florence, nor is it Venice or Rome; consequently Signorelli, although given quite a bit of attention in Mrs Jamieson’s pioneering books, was not given much by Ruskin and not very much by Burkhardt. I haven’t been able to check with Sir Kenneth Clark, but I lay a bet that he has put Signorelli fairly far down th... (read more) Author: Alan Champagne

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