Italian Arts & Culture

Italy Outline

The history and development of art in Western culture is grounded in hundreds of years of Italian history. In Ancient Rome, Italy was the centre for art and architecture. There were many Italian artists during the Gothic and Medieval periods, 
and the arts flourished during the Italian Renaissance. Later 
styles in Italy included Mannerism, Baroque, and Macchiaioli. Futurism developed in Italy in the 20th century. Florence, 
Venice and Rome, in particular, are brimming with art 
treasures in museums, churches, and public buildings.