1. Renaissance
The Renaissance began in Italy in the 15th century. It was a time of great change, inspired by the art and ideas of ancient Greece and Rome. Artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael used new skills to make paintings and sculptures look real and full of life.
They learned how to show depth, space, and the human body with great detail. This movement put people at the center of art and ideas, shaping Western culture in ways we still see today.