AP Euro Unit 2: The Reformation (Chapter 3)
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Unit 2: AP European History Topics
2.1 Context for 16th and 17th century challenges
2.2 Luther and the Protestant Reformation
2.4 Wars of Religion
2.5 The Catholic Reformation
2.6 16th Century Society and Politics
2.7 Art of the 16th Century (mannerism and Baroque)
this section in the book is WAY ahead (pages 166-168)
2.8 Causation in the Age of Reformation
Art of Unit 2
Mannerism (1520–1600)
Baroque (1600–1750)
Baroque (1600–1750)
Bernini, The Ecstasy of Saint Teresa
Renaissance: Figures are often calm, idealized, and composed (think Michelangelo’s David or Raphael’s School of Athens). Emotions are present but dignified and measured.
Bernini: Saint Teresa is shown in the throes of mystical ecstasy, with her body twisting, mouth parted, and an angel smiling in gentle triumph. The raw emotional intensity is designed to move the viewer spiritually and viscerally.
Renaissance: Compositions emphasize balance, proportion, and harmony, with clear geometry (triangles, circles, linear perspective).
Bernini: The work is dynamic, full of diagonals, twisting drapery, and a sense of theatrical motion. The viewer feels drawn into the drama as if it’s unfolding in real time.
Unit 2: AP European History Agenda
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