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Despite being long gone, the Renaissance is a period many people view with great admiration. After all, it was a time that presented society with some of the best works in literature, philosophy, and, of course, art.

Some people appreciate that period so much, they might not even realize that their works resemble Renaissance artwork. Others, however, notice that right away and head straight to the ‘Accidental Renaissance’ subreddit to share it.

You probably already see where this is going, but yes, today we want to applaud some more of the excellent compositions that look like something that could have been painted back in the 14th-17th century. If you’re a fan of the subreddit, you already know that you’re about to see some wonderful pictures; if you haven’t yet familiarized yourself with it, well, you’re about to see some wonderful pictures. Either way, scroll down to find them on the list below and enjoy!

According to the subreddit’s description, accidental Renaissance refers to “a photo that inadvertently resembles a painting similar in composition, style, lighting, and/or subject to Renaissance-style art.”

But the community doesn’t restrict itself to the period between the 14th-17th centuries only; they are accepting of pictures resembling other art movements— Baroque, Neo-classicism, and Romantic—too, which extend the timeframe from the 14th to the 19th century.

Started a decade ago, the subreddit has already amassed over a million Renaissance art enthusiasts.

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Shot In Lisbon In 2018

Shot In Lisbon In 2018

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Originating in Italy, the Renaissance—French for the word rebirth—was the time of the revival of interest in the classical learning and values of ancient Greece and Rome, the History Channel notes. It was a time when people’s curiosity resulted in a great deal of development, from exploration of new continents, to such inventions as the microscope, the telescope, the printing press, and even the good old pencil!

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Some Time Ago, I Captured This Moment Of My Little Daughter, Daring The Unknown

Some Time Ago, I Captured This Moment Of My Little Daughter, Daring The Unknown

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My Boy Doug, Looking Like A Masterpiece From The Dutch Golden Age. Look At That Shadow And Light!

My Boy Doug, Looking Like A Masterpiece From The Dutch Golden Age. Look At That Shadow And Light!

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According to the History Channel, the Renaissance was an especially significant time in regards to art. Just like the pictures shared on the subreddit, Renaissance artwork is characterized by encapsulating the experience of the individual and the marvels of the natural world. Emerging in the 14th century, the art movement reportedly peaked in the junction of the 15th-16th centuries, and presented the world with such art aficionados as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael, just to name a few.

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One of the three aforementioned masterminds, Leonardo da Vinci, was born in 1452 in Anchiano, a hamlet in the comune of Vinci in Italy. As a young teenager, at 14 years old, he started a nearly decade-long apprenticeship to an important figure at the time, sculptor, painter, and goldsmith Andrea del Verrocchio.

The apprenticeship is believed to be the time when da Vinci acquired knowledge in such fields as mechanics, carpentry, metallurgy, architectural drafting, and chemistry. Over the course of his career, the mastermind created not only a number of iconic paintings, such as the Last Supper, Lady with an Ermine, or Mona Lisa, but sketches for all sorts of machines, too, such as the ornithopter.

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Metaphysical Debate. My Mates And I Talking About Something At The Pub (2016 A.d)

Metaphysical Debate. My Mates And I Talking About Something At The Pub (2016 A.d)

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Another genius of the Renaissance period, Michelangelo, was born in the village of Caprese near Florence, Italy (which is now named Caprese Michelangelo in honor of the artist), in 1475. He is believed to be the first artist to be recognized during his lifetime and his works are praised to this day, attracting millions of visitors each year. If you’re wondering what said works are, you must have heard of the Statue of David, which is now held in Galleria dell’Accademia in Florence, or the iconic Madonna della Pietà (otherwise known simply as Pietà), located in the St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.

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Our Pups Minding Their Manners

Our Pups Minding Their Manners

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In Solitude, We Are Least Alone. - Lord Byron

In Solitude, We Are Least Alone. - Lord Byron

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Friend From Ig Posted This. Permission Given To Post - Luigi_wolfit

Friend From Ig Posted This. Permission Given To Post - Luigi_wolfit

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Last but not least of the three iconic names from the Renaissance period, Raphael, too, left a significant footprint in the history of art, over less than four decades of his life. Born in the city of Urbino, in the Marches region of Italy, he learned the basics of painting from his father, a painter himself, Giovanni Santi. After the death of his father, at the age of only 11 years old, Raphael took over managing his father’s workshop and seemingly surpassed his success, becoming one of the finest painters in town. Over time, Raphael evolved into one of the greatest Renaissance painters, creating such masterpieces as Sistine Madonna, The Transfiguration, and Disputation of the Most Holy Sacrament.

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My Wife Sleeping This Morning

My Wife Sleeping This Morning

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The Midwife

The Midwife

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cerinamroth
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The things she will have seen. The brute strength of women, the fine veil between life and death. This is a great subject for a portrait.

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Whether it’s da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, or any other artist that the picture reminds the photographer of, if it has a Renaissance flavor to it, it is definitely worth sharing with the ‘Accidental Renaissance’ community. And if you haven’t yet taken a renaissance-like picture yourself, but you enjoy browsing the works of others, check out our previous edition on the subreddit next or take a look at these classical painting-based memes to marvel at a different kind of genius.

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I Took This Photo Of A Lady In Mexico And It Kind Of Feels Like A Vermeer Painting

I Took This Photo Of A Lady In Mexico And It Kind Of Feels Like A Vermeer Painting

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Camels Chilling At The Beach In Morocco

Camels Chilling At The Beach In Morocco

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cerinamroth
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They can go weeks without a drink but they can't go long without a spa day.

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Hotel In Italy

Hotel In Italy

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C B Jones
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow. Vermeer written all over it: black and white tiles, open window on the left... amazing.

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What's The Title Of This Renaissance Painting?

What's The Title Of This Renaissance Painting?

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This Picture I Took At A Club

This Picture I Took At A Club

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cerinamroth
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Amazing photo! This really captures the sweaty chaos of a great night out.

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"Ça Pourrait Être Nous."

"Ça Pourrait Être Nous."

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Swan Lake

Swan Lake

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Mike F
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Then they both fall dramatically to the ground clutching their leg, rolling around and screaming in (fake) agony. Just like the ballet...

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First Contact With My Newborn Daughter

First Contact With My Newborn Daughter

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My Girlfriend Eating A Milkshake

My Girlfriend Eating A Milkshake

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Tuckered Out

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David
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Dear God, bless Mommy and Daddy and Timmy and please don't let the dog fart" /j

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This Photo I Captured Of The Bride During A Wedding

This Photo I Captured Of The Bride During A Wedding

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While Hiking In Switzerland…

While Hiking In Switzerland…

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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Stelisee, near Zermatt, with Matterhorn behind. The bird - a heron - is a sculpture.

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Puppy Nap - Photo Of My Uncle From About 25 Years Ago

Puppy Nap - Photo Of My Uncle From About 25 Years Ago

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An Unexpected Betrayal ( Not My Pic)

An Unexpected Betrayal ( Not My Pic)

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Angela Merkel In Her Earlier Years With Fishermen - November 1990

Angela Merkel In Her Earlier Years With Fishermen - November 1990

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Letting My Mates Dogs In The Bed

Letting My Mates Dogs In The Bed

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Phoenix
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is exactly where dogs are supposed to sleep. Mine is the little spoon as I type this.

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I Love This One

I Love This One

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My Wife Changing Our Newborn At Night

My Wife Changing Our Newborn At Night

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cerinamroth
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mazel tov on your baby. There's little so rewarding as being able to help your child at their most vulnerable and guiding them as they grow. May your home be full of love and mutual support!

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My Dad In Hospital

My Dad In Hospital

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Walked Into My GF Like This After My Shower

Walked Into My GF Like This After My Shower

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Shopkeeper In Morocco

Shopkeeper In Morocco

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Stephanie Did It
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All those brass bottles & lamps--the genii to human ratio here is high

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He Doesn’t Like It When The Neighbors Dog Visits

He Doesn’t Like It When The Neighbors Dog Visits

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Long Day At Universal Studios Theme Park

Long Day At Universal Studios Theme Park

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zims
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The kids look overstimulated. Those crashes are the worst because you still need to get back to the hotel.

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My Husband Celebrating With His Friends After Winning The Baseball State Championship, 2006

My Husband Celebrating With His Friends After Winning The Baseball State Championship, 2006

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My Cousin Getting Nipped By A Horse

My Cousin Getting Nipped By A Horse

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This Picture Of Me Holding My Little Cousin While He Was Crying (He Hit His Head On Something For The 1000th Time)

This Picture Of Me Holding My Little Cousin While He Was Crying (He Hit His Head On Something For The 1000th Time)

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Accidental Renaissance In The Birthplace Of The Renaissance

Accidental Renaissance In The Birthplace Of The Renaissance

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Window Of Desperation: Paperwork In A Middle Eastern Governmental Building

Window Of Desperation: Paperwork In A Middle Eastern Governmental Building

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A Local Lacrosse Player Was Married. Here’s A Pic From The Reception

A Local Lacrosse Player Was Married. Here’s A Pic From The Reception

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cerinamroth
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like a great party and a gorgeous couple! Mazel tov on your wedding!

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We Bought This Wedding Dress And Took This Photo An Hour Later

We Bought This Wedding Dress And Took This Photo An Hour Later

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#66

Chavez’s Statue Take Down In Venezuela (Today)

Chavez’s Statue Take Down In Venezuela (Today)

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Fatigue

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Picture Of My 6’6” Boyfriend In A Giant Chair Came Out Very Renaissance

Picture Of My 6’6” Boyfriend In A Giant Chair Came Out Very Renaissance

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cerinamroth
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm not getting Renaissance from this one, I'm afraid. Especially compared with the "Shot in Lisbon in 2018" right below!

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Newly Married Couple In Florence, June 2024

Newly Married Couple In Florence, June 2024

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A Cellist In The French National Orchestra Protects His Instrument From The Rain During The Olympics Opening Ceremony

A Cellist In The French National Orchestra Protects His Instrument From The Rain During The Olympics Opening Ceremony

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Friends Visiting My Husband In The Hospital

Friends Visiting My Husband In The Hospital

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zims
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love those little fans, I got one when I had a major surgery. Nice and portable

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Party Boat This Weekend, Half Of Our Group Got Seasick

Party Boat This Weekend, Half Of Our Group Got Seasick

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Hard Tomorrow

Hard Tomorrow

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I Was To Lazy Too Get Up, And My Wife Lovingly Brought Me A Sandwich

I Was To Lazy Too Get Up, And My Wife Lovingly Brought Me A Sandwich

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Late Night Collapse - My Brothers And A Friend Collapsed Ok The Sofa After A Bachelor Party

Late Night Collapse - My Brothers And A Friend Collapsed Ok The Sofa After A Bachelor Party

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To The Depths Below

To The Depths Below

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Kit Black
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

From the photographer "Lady fell in while whale watching, couldn’t get back on the boat (this one) and had to be rescued by another boat. Saved her phone though"

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Pain And Relief

Pain And Relief

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cerinamroth
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1 month ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Can't remember which match this was from in EM 2024 but Neuer might have deserved it!

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Diego Maradona After Failing A Drug Test For World Cup ‘94

Diego Maradona After Failing A Drug Test For World Cup ‘94

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