Document Type : Research Paper
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Master of Art in Illustration, Department of Visual Communication, Faculty of Visual Arts, University of Art, Tehran, Iran.
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Assistant Professor, Department of Visual Communication, Faculty of Visual Arts, University of Art, Tehran, Iran.
10.22051/jjh.2024.44362.2009
Abstract
The Renaissance period, characterized by a remarkable progression in art, science, philosophy, and literature, emerged as a pivotal milestone in the cultural and intellectual evolution of Western civilization. This transformative era was marked by the revival of classical art forms, groundbreaking advancements in printing technology, intellectual reforms, and the Humanist movement, which significantly enhanced access to information and education. As a result, the Renaissance era stands as a turning point that profoundly influenced Western civilization for centuries. Painting and printing played crucial roles in driving the intellectual and artistic advancements of the Renaissance. Innovations in perspective, proportions, and aesthetics revolutionized the painting world. Simultaneously, the advent of printing technology facilitated the widespread dissemination of literary works, philosophical texts, and art, thereby accelerating the spread of knowledge on an unprecedented scale. These visual mediums collectively fostered a culture of rationality, empirical research, and sophisticated information classification systems. Among the notable Renaissance figures, Albrecht Dürer exemplifies the era's spirit by seamlessly blending Italian and Northern Renaissance art with his mastery of printing techniques acquired during his youth. This unique amalgamation revolutionized printmaking and artwork, further enriching the diverse tapestry of the Renaissance period. Because of this, Dürer's role in shaping the new, elevated social status of artists during the Renaissance was seminal, forming a key focus of modern studies on the era. Dürer was a pioneering artist of the Renaissance, incorporating humanistic principles into his work and paving the way for financial autonomy among artists. He achieved this through the publication of artistic works and illustrated books. Notably, during this era, personalizing artworks with a distinctive signature was not as widespread or popularized as it is today. However, Dürer's insistence on this practice and his pursuit of copyright protection significantly contributed to the establishment of legal frameworks. He showed that to maintain the worth of an artist's ingenuity and creativity, it is crucial to establish copyright protocols for artistic works. This would not only uphold the value of an artist's endeavors but also elevate the status of art within society.
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