The “Accidental Renaissance” subreddit is like an online gallery where people share and talk about pictures that look like works of art from the famous cultural movement known as the Renaissance. It happened in Europe roughly between the 14th and 17th centuries. It was a time when art and knowledge grew a lot. During this time, people like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael became some of the most famous artists in history.

This subreddit celebrates the unexpected beauty that can be found in everyday life. Its members share photos of objects, scenes, and even people that look a lot like Renaissance paintings and sculptures. These photos often show the symmetry, composition, and attention to detail that are typical of old art. I think “Accidental Renaissance” has something for almost everyone, whether they like art or just appreciate the little things around them. Scroll down to see the best new posts from it.

#1 The Advent Of Autumn

The Advent Of Autumn

Image source: cestrumnocturnum

#2 An Old Town In Salzburg, Austria

An Old Town In Salzburg, Austria

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#3 Summer Gardens

Summer Gardens

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#4 Two Peacocks Fighting Like Angels

Two Peacocks Fighting Like Angels

Image source:Pragalbhv

#5 At Peace Amongst The Willow & The Lake

At Peace Amongst The Willow & The Lake

Image source:TheLunaMelody

#6 Syrians In Al Yarmouk Camp Waiting For Aid

Syrians In Al Yarmouk Camp Waiting For Aid

Image source:Casualte

#7 Turkmen Woman Weaving Her Hair

Turkmen Woman Weaving Her Hair

Image source:DeMinimisHominid

#8 The Peaks Of Italy

The Peaks Of Italy

Image source:Voxis_Josh

#9 Village Of Cotignac Shrouded In Morning Mist

Village Of Cotignac Shrouded In Morning Mist

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#10 The Story Of The Old Stove

The Story Of The Old Stove

Image source:DeMinimisHominid

#11 A Bookshop Owner Repairs A Book

A Bookshop Owner Repairs A Book

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#12 Shepherd In The Rhodope Mountains, Bulgaria

Shepherd In The Rhodope Mountains, Bulgaria

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#13 Roosting In The Evening Twilight

Roosting In The Evening Twilight

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#14 Camping In A Copse With The Early Morning Mist

Camping In A Copse With The Early Morning Mist

Image source:VeggieSmooth

#15 During A Power Outage In Borodianka, Kyiv Region

During A Power Outage In Borodianka, Kyiv Region

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#16 Showtime. Actors Prepare For An Opera Performance

Showtime. Actors Prepare For An Opera Performance

Image source:DeMinimisHominid

#17 Photo I Took In Venice, Italy

Photo I Took In Venice, Italy

Image source: demetri47

#18 A Sunday In The Commons Of Boston (Photo By Me)

A Sunday In The Commons Of Boston (Photo By Me)

Image source: austin_visual

#19 Cows Resting In The German Alps

Cows Resting In The German Alps

Image source: rdtwt1

#20 From My Back Porch

From My Back Porch

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#21 A Solitary House – Micheal Lane; 1973

A Solitary House - Micheal Lane; 1973

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#22 A Conference Of Bearded Dragons

A Conference Of Bearded Dragons

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#23 High Hopes

High Hopes

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#24 Morning In The Carpathians

Morning In The Carpathians

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#25 The Joy Of Living

The Joy Of Living

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#26 Saw This Man On My Way Home From The Bar

Saw This Man On My Way Home From The Bar

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#27 Old Man In Pho Cao Village

Old Man In Pho Cao Village

Image source:DeMinimisHominid

#28 Wine Tasting

Wine Tasting

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#29 Holy Sausage

Holy Sausage

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#30 Al Fresco In London

Al Fresco In London

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