Northern Renaissance

1450 CE - 1600 CE. Unlike its Italian counterpart, the Northern Renaissance emphasized detailed, naturalistic art and a deep engagement with religious themes. In regions like Flanders, Germany, and the Netherlands, artists focused on capturing the world around them with precision, often reflecting the religious tensions of the Reformation.Mythological creatures, like angels and demons, became key figures in Northern Renaissance art, serving as symbols of the divine struggle between good and evil. This period also saw a resurgence of local folklore, with tales of mythical beasts and spirits being depicted in a more realistic style.