Chapter 21

This chapter focuses on realism and idealism. Below are my 2 favorites from the chapter.




Ghirlandaio, Domenico. The Birth of the Virgin. c. 1486-90. fresco. Santa Maria Novella, Florence, Italy 


I like this painting because of the realism, illusion of space, and the detailed work. 

Santa Maria Novella, Florence, facade by Leon Battista Alberti, 1456–70.





Again, I believe that architecture is one of the most amazing forms of art. I like this one because it's different than the normal style. It uses a lot of shapes and symmetry.