Northern+Renaissance

** Northern Renaissance **

As the Italian Renaissance began to decline in the late fifteenth century CE due to economic and political problems in Italy, its areas of focus and centralization began to shift, and by 1450 CE, what is known as The Northern Renaissance, which was focused mainly in the regions of France, Germany, England and the Low Countries, began. The new craze was over Classical knowledge - Greek and Roman art and architecture became very popular as did Classical literature. New writers emerged and established new classics, such as Shakespeare, Cervantes, and Rabelais. Politically, the Northern Renaissance led to the patronage of arts by kings, such as Francis I of France, as well as a greater interest in exploration and expansion. New contacts with Asia led to an increase in technology, and innovations such as the Printing Press were developed during this period. The Northern Renaissance is also closely linked to the Protestant and Catholic Reformations.

Created by Frances Grimball December 7, 2008

Unit 5 & 6 Terms