Barasch discusses the relationship between mimesis and formal correctness in the early Renaissance. Why do you think there was such an emphasis upon a rational solution to art ‘theory’?

Moshe Barasch, Theories of Art from Plato to Winckelmann, Chapter 3, ‘The Early Renaissance’, pp. 108-131; 148-162. to answer the essay question.

Marking Criteria and Standards
Student assignments will be assessed according to the following criteria:
• A clear and organised assessment of the key issues described by the seminar question;
• A well researched argument that logically and sequentially addresses the key issues;
• A well organised visual record of material relevant to the seminar question;
• Drawing on the criteria above, a logical and consistent answer to the seminar question