Renaissance+and+Reformation+Sculpture

depicts the Virgin Mary holdingp[p[p[p[ of Christ after his crucifixion. The realistic human bodies resemble many other sculptures of the time period, as artists were aiming for realism. Made out of limestone, the sculpture was sure to last many years, and sustain many times as a reminder to the events of Jesus Christ's death. || The above sculpture is entitled Saint Mark. The artist, Donatello, created it about 1411-1413 out of marble. Like most art from the Renaissance, Donatello stressed realism in this sculpture. The way the robe drapes over Saint Mark's body makes his figure look very realistic. Also, his facial features are very accurate and detailed. Another way Donatello displayed realism is through the figure's posture. Saint Mark is slouching a bit, the way a person would actually stand, which makes the sculpture more convincing. ||
 * Pietà || Saint Mark ||
 * [[image:cooperhmuseum/pieta.jpg width="318" height="462"]] || [[image:cooperhmuseum/saint_mark.jpg width="281" height="500" align="center"]] ||
 * The above image is a sculpture entitled the Pietà. It