Fountain Phenomena: Naples and Renaissance Art in the Book of Navigation
When Piri Reis sailed around the Mediterranean, mapping every inch of coastline, it was the height of the Renaissance. The Renaissance, literally meaning “rebirth,” was a period of revival of classical thoughts in economics, politics, and art, which will be the center of attention for this episode. From vivid depictions of the Piazza San Marco to the fountains of lions, Piri reflects a surprising Ottoman fascination with Italian Renaissance art.
Researchers and Hosts
Annie Goldberg, Aidan Mehta, Peter Pigliucci, Miles Riah, Erika Takai, and Derek Zeng
Image
“Western Italian coastline as far as Naples and the island of Ischia”, The Book of Navigation, The Walters Art Museum, ms W658. f.238b.
Music Credit
Bram, “Bram_versus_plaga_fountain_inside_church2.wav.”
Copyc4t, “The Global Voice - Italian announcement.”
Craigsmith, “R04-42-Deep Bell.wav.”
Dibko, “Walking past people and things.wav.”
Eren Ergen, "Müsemmen (8/8)"
Fesliyan Studios, “Turning-Paper-Book-Page-Med-Speed-A1.”
Fesliyan Studios, “Turning-Paper-Book-Page-Slow-A1.”
Fesliyan Studios, “Turning-Paper-Book-Page-Snappy-A1.”
Steve Oxen, “Tarentella.”
Steve Oxen, “Riviera Walk.”
Pfannkuchn, “Sailing boat, bow wave (distant perspective).”
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