1400 – 1500
Renaissance in Italy & the North

Botticelli's Birth of Venus


Sandro Botticelli, The Birth of Venus, tempera on panel, c. 1483-85 (Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence)

Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker

 

 

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Linda Baehr wrote on Monday, February 08, 2010

Thank you very much. I enjoyed the comparisons of other works of art and the historical backround.

C. Golembiewski wrote on Saturday, September 03, 2011

Smarthistory was recommended to the class by our Art professor. I have learned so much by listening to the video's. I can re-wind for clarification, listen again, take notes, etc. I am a novice in the field of art, and although our professor is a great teacher, Smarthistory has been invaluable to my studies in Art. I am so happy it was recommended to the class.

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Botticellis Birth of Venus
Florence, Italy
c. 1483-85

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