Rutgers University
Rutgers University: Literary Resources Renaissance
Delve into the British Renaissance period through this informative site. This site has tons of resources for every type of enthusiast.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: Web Museum: Bronzino Agnolo
This ibiblio.org site provides information about the life and work of Italian Mannerist painter, Agnolo Bronzino (1503-1572 CE). Gives examples of his work, and two links to other artists' work.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: Web Museum: Carracci
This site gives information about the life and work of three Bolognese painters: Agostino Carracci (1557-1602 CE), Annibale Carracci (1560-1609 CE), and Ludovico Carracci (1555-1619 CE). Provides links to other artists that influenced...
Other
Judith: Commedia Dell'arte
This page includes an abundance of information on Commedia Dell'Arte. Includes a page on these topics: bibliography, a buliten board, commedia trivia, and a place to ask questions to the author.
Other
Art and Architecture of the British Renaissance
This overview of the art of the English Renaissance provides information but not many images.
National Institutes of Health
National Library of Medicine: Dream Anatomy
Take a step back in time to see the human body and the field of medicine through the looking glass of history. Experience a different kind of representation of our internal anatomy, and learn about the history of human dissection.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Renaissance: Plague Begins
Describes the society of the Middle ages and the effect of the Plague on these societies of the Renaissance.
Art Cyclopedia
Artcyclopedia: Michelangelo Buonarroti
Artcyclopedia provides a biography of Michelangelo, celebrated artist of the Renaissance. The resource features links to famous works at museums around the world, articles, and other resources.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Last Supper
How much do you know about The Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci? Find out by answering this four-question multiple-choice and true/false quiz. Check each answer before moving to the next question. Hints are available for each question.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Grunewald, Isenheim Altarpiece
How much do you know about the Isenheim Altarpiece? Find out by answering this four-question multiple-choice and true/false quiz. Check each answer before moving to the next question. Hints are available for each question.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Ceiling of the Sistine Chapel
How much do you know about the Ceiling of the Sistine Chapel by Michelangelo? Find out by answering this four-question multiple-choice and true/false quiz. Check each answer before moving to the next question. Hints are available for...
Rice University
Galileo Project: The Tuscan Region
This site from Rice University of The Galileo Project provides a map (16th-Century) of the Tuscan region. The region was under the control of Florence. The map is more of a terrain map but interesting nonetheless.
Mex Connect
Mexconnect: Mexico's Colonial Era
The situation in Mexico in the 16th century, after the conquest. This brief site discusses Hernan Cortes, and the territorial expansion that characterized this time in Mexico's history.
Luminarium
Luminarium: Elizabethan Playhouses
Author provides a comprehensive description of theaters and public playhouses popular in England in the 16th century. Hyperlinks are provided for the Rose, the Fortune, the Swan, and The Second Blackfriars Playhouse designed by James...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Pierre Attaingnant
A biography of Pierre Attaingnant, one of the first music printers/publishers in the 16th century.
British Library
British Library: Ireland: Propaganda and Plantations
A six-part site that relates the method England used to take over Ireland throughout the 16th century.
Other
Dulcians
An early predecessor of the bassoon, the dulcian is discussed in this site. Includes a brief history as well as other information about this 16th-century instrument.
Other
Gospel Tract and Bible Society: Menno Simonsz
A short biography of Menno Simonsz, considered by many to be the founder of the Mennonite movement in Europe during the 16th century. Includes a picture of the religious leader.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ivan the Terrible
History for Kids article on Ivan the Terrible, Russian Czar in the 16th Century who is credited with expanding Russian territory to over one billion acres. Includes teacher resources.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Vasco Da Gama
A biography of Vasco da Gama, a Portuguese explorer in the 15th and 16th centuries.
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: Cuba Virtual Tour
Offers a discussion on the history of the Jewish people in Cuba from the beginning in the 16th century to present day Jewish life. Also discusses Cuba's relations with Israel.
National Gallery of Art
National Gallery of Art: Frans Hals
6 colorful images from Frans Hals. Click on each image to find a brief explanation and analysis. Find a link to a lengthy outlook on 16th-century Dutch painting.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Jacques Cartier
Biographical information on French explorer, Jacque Cartier. Cartier is particularly recognized for his contributions of European exploration in Canada in the 16th century.
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