How does the Proto-Renaissance differ from the Renaissance?

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Introduction
Proto renaissance refers to the pre-renaissance time (13th and 14th centuries) when Italy was forefront in the fine art industry. Painters and artists like Giotto brought forward numerous forms of art in their respective periods, and their activities and contributions to art dominated the world for over two centuries. On the other hand, the renaissance refers to the 14th to 17th centuries when Europe gave the world a large number of artists, painters, and creative-minded individuals. This period is often considered the bridge between the Age of Enlightenment and modern history of art, with traces found in not only Italy but also across Europe.
The Proto-Renaissance Time
Different styles and art forms were introduced in the proto-renaissance time, which were themselves influenced by the Romanesque paintings and derived from the Christian Byzantine art. Styles like Gothic art were a part of Italian culture, and a variety of unique sculpture and paint colors were brought to the limelight. The Gothic idioms survived well during this period and were recognized as International Gothic, which gained popularity not only in Italy but also worldwide. France, England, Bohemia, and England got a lot of inspirations from the artworks and sculptures of Italian artists. The proximity of Rome influenced the Italian traditions and culture for years. In the 13th century, Cimabue decorated the church of St Francis in fresco, and the incidents of Francis’s life were largely portrayed with realism rather than the contemporary style of Byzantine art.
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