Discussion: "Grand Masters of the Renaissance: the Classical Tradition Reborn"
Discussion Questions:
1a. Describe the moment captured in Leonardo's Last Supper painting and why disciples are shown on the same side of the table.
1b. Describe techniques used by Leonardo to give more realism to this work.
1c. Select and discuss an invention (or proposed invention) by Leonardo that most fascinates or surprises you, and explain why.
2a. Identify two classical (Greek and Roman) figures or qualities in any work by Michelangelo or by Raphael.
2b. Discuss why popes and other patrons might allow such trappings of ancient pagan culture in a Christian society, even in sacred contexts.