Baroque Period (post-Mantegna art influence)

The Baroque Period, roughly from the late 16th to the early 18th century, followed the Renaissance and was characterized by dramatic expressions, bold colors, and intricate details in art and architecture. Influenced by artists like Andrea Mantegna, Baroque art aimed to evoke emotion and awe through dynamic compositions and grand themes, often depicting religious subjects, powerful figures, and theatrical scenes. Key figures included Caravaggio, Rembrandt, and Gian Lorenzo Bernini. The style is marked by movement, contrast, and a sense of grandeur, reflecting the tumultuous cultural and political changes of the time.