After the Black Plague, many people got more money. They wanted to show their wealthiness by having their house decorated beautifully. They asked painters and sculptors to do this.
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to be a lot famous and wealthy, because the Ranaisance art was as natural realistic.
During the renaissance, patrons commissioned many different works of art for many different reasons, be it political propaganda or something similar. The relationship between patrons and artists was clear; the patrons held all the power, decided what was to be painted, in what style and by what date. However, as the renaissance moved through into later periods, artists gained more prestige and began to go against their patrons. Famous artists began to paint what they wanted, disregarding their patron's instructions. Overall, for most of the renaissance, patrons were well above artists in the relationship although this power balance shifted slightly later on.
Renaissance
Patrons
During the Renaissance, great artists and architects were primarily funded by wealthy patrons, including powerful families like the Medici in Florence, as well as the Catholic Church. These patrons commissioned works to showcase their status, influence, and devotion, often providing substantial financial support for the creation of masterpieces. Additionally, some artists received commissions from civic governments and private individuals seeking to enhance public spaces or personal collections.
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