Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael
And the Spiritual and Cultural Foundations of the Italian Renaissance
Quick Look
- An insightful exploration of the impulses behind the birth of the Italian Renaissance and the three personalities who define that period
- Includes over 130 full colour illustrations which illuminate the significant change in consciousness during this time in history
- Essential reading for any history or art history teacher looking to explore this period of human development in the classroom
An exploration of the spiritual impulses that sparked the beginning of the Italian Renaissance and the significance of Leonardo, Michelangelo and Rafael.
Description
The Italian Renaissance was a period in history from the 14th to the 17th centuries, known for the development of a culture that spread across Europe and marked the transition from the Middle Ages to modernity.
In this insightful text, Ernst Uehli examines the spiritual impulses that led to the Renaissance and the significance of three personalities who define it: Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Rafael. The book is rich with over 130 full colour illustrations illuminating the powerful change in consciousness that took place.
This revealing examination is a must read for any history or art history teacher, as well as for anyone interested in the evolution of consciousness in human development.
Author
Ernst Uehli (1875-1959) was one of the teachers at the first Waldorf school in Stuttgart, Germany, founded by Emil Molt and developed by Rudolf Steiner.
