The artistic patronage of Ladislaus Jagiello. Beyond the opposition between Byzantium and the Renaissance, in: Byzantium and Renaissances. Dialogue of Cultures, Heritage of Antiquity - Tradition and Modernity, ed. Michał Janocha e.a., Warsaw 2012 (original) (raw)

This paper explores the artistic patronage of Ladislaus Jagiello, emphasizing the interplay between Eastern Byzantine influences and Renaissance elements in his commissioned artworks. It examines various frescoes attributed to Ruthenian masters in Poland during Jagiełło's reign, highlighting the cultural exchange and artistic developments fostered by his semi-Ruthenian heritage. Furthermore, the discussion situates these art forms within the broader dialogue between Byzantium and the Renaissance, illustrating how Jagiełło's contributions shaped the artistic landscape of medieval Poland.