Renaissance Sculptures
Renaissance sculptures refer to three-dimensional artworks created during the Renaissance period, which spanned roughly from the 14th to the 17th centuries in Europe. These sculptures are characterized by their lifelike representations of human figures, influenced by classical art and ideals. Artists of this period, such as Michelangelo, Donatello, and Bernini, used techniques such as contrapposto and chiaroscuro to bring their sculptures to life. Renaissance sculptures often depicted religious, mythological, and historical subjects, showcasing a mastery of anatomy, emotion, and composition.