Art Portrays a Changing World: Gothic to Early Renaissance

Year Published: 1963

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Sound: sound

Description: Describes the historical transformation of medieval man to modern man. Points out that Gothic art expressed the community spirit of the Middle Ages. Contrasts Gothic to Renaissance art which reflects man's awakening interest in science, nature and himself. Discusses architecture, sculptures, stained glass windows, and painted altarpieces in the cathedrals, and describes the evolution of painting. For more on director Johanna Alemann, visit http://www.afana.org/alemann.htm