Art critic and writer Jonathan Jones revisits the artistic and intellectual curiosity that characterised the Renaissance
From the nightmarish creations of Hieronymus Bosch to the intricate flying machines of Leonardo da Vinci, the Renaissance was a time of experimentation and cultural exploration. Speaking to Charlotte Hodgman, art critic and writer Jonathan Jones takes a closer look at this period of seismic change and explores its enduring significance in European history.
Jonathan Jones is the author of Earthly Delights: A History of the Renaissance (Thames & Hudson, 2023)