Dawn of the High Renaissance, 1475-1520

This documentary explores the dawn of the High Renaissance, the extraordinary decades around 1475 to 1520 when Leonardo, Michelangelo and Raphael reshaped Western art. It examines masterworks and lost projects alike, from Leonardo's engineering notebooks to the unfinished battle scenes of Florence. The film connects the artists' rivalries and ambitions to a moment of astonishing creative peak. It is an illuminating watch for anyone who loves the art and ideas of the Italian Renaissance. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.

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