The Renaissance Evolution: The first period to be aware of its own existence and to coin a label. This program will show the versatility of the Renaissance greatness as it transitioned from Giotto to Massacio, enhancing the viewer’s appreciation of what makes a “Renaissance” work of art. The presentation will focus on Ghiberti, Donatello, Brunelleschi, Michelangelo, Leonardo and conclude with Raphael’s masterpiece “The School of Athens” painted in 1508-15l1 which exemplifies the traits first seen in the early Renaissance.

Anita Rabn-Havt is a professional lecturer and art history educator with over 40 year of experience. She continues to lecture, teach continuing education programs and give art tours.

Co-Presented with The Port Washington Art Guild. See the website for more information and classes: theartguild.org

All tea refreshments provided thanks to SerendipiTEA. Baked goods courtesy of Coffeed Port Washington.

Free admission to Afternoon TEA is made possible by the support of the Manhasset Community Fund and New York Community Bank Foundation.