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Medieval and Renaissance Art: Botanical Symbolism

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Students study the significance of flowers in art from two periods. In this Medieval and Renaissance art lesson, students research the presence and meaning of botanical illustrations in twelfth, thirtieth, and fourteenth century paintings. Students discuss Mary Gardens and create their own group of botanical impressionistic art.

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renaissance art, medieval art, medieval history

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botanical symbolism, flowers in art, mary garden, medieval art, renaissance art, english language arts
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5th - 8th
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English Language Arts
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