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How Renaissance Frescoes Changed Visual Storytelling

Quick fact

Masaccio's 'The Tribute Money' (c. 1427) is often considered the first fresco to use consistent linear perspective, creating a believable three-dimensional space that made the biblical story feel immediate and real.

Why this is interesting

You've probably seen medieval paintings that look flat, with figures floating in gold backgrounds. How did Renaissance artists suddenly make those same scenes feel like you could step right into the story?