Ep 23: Introduction to Renaissance Venice

Season 2 is all about Renaissance Venice! For this season premier, we are laying the foundations of the cultural forces that existed in Venice and how they interact with the revival of classical antiquity. This episode explores the geography of Venice and how it shaped a city that is wholly unique in landscape, artistic production and style. This discussion contains everything you need to know before diving into the lagoon, contextualizing Venice between empires, between religions, illuminating the inevitable visual culture that brewed in this unique space. Merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ItalianRenShopFacebook/Instagram: italian_renaissance_podcastWant to donate to the show?: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=4HTBBJSUX4BQN&no_recurring=0&currency_code=USDThe Florentine Renaissance CourseSupport the show