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'Accidental Renaissance' is a subreddit that acts like a virtual gallery, dedicated to sharing and discussing images that unintentionally resemble works of art from the famous cultural movement known as the Renaissance. It took place in Europe roughly from the 14th to 17th centuries and was a time of great artistic and intellectual growth. During this period, humanity saw the emergence of some of the most famous creators in history, such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael.

The subreddit celebrates the unexpected beauty that can be found in everyday life. Its members share photos of objects, scenes, and even people that have a striking similarity to Renaissance art; these images often showcase the symmetry, composition, and attention to detail that are characteristic of the old paintings and sculptures. Whether you're an art lover or just someone who appreciates the little things around us, I believe that 'Accidental Renaissance' can offer something to virtually anyone. Continue scrolling to check out its best latest posts and if you want more, open up our earlier publications on the subreddit here, here, and here.

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An Old Town In Salzburg, Austria

An Old Town In Salzburg, Austria

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Katy McMouse
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I know that this is supposed to be Renaissance, but it feels more Dickensian to me - right down to Scrooge with his cane.

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#4

Two Peacocks Fighting Like Angels

Two Peacocks Fighting Like Angels

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At Peace Amongst The Willow & The Lake

At Peace Amongst The Willow & The Lake

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#9

Turkmen Woman Weaving Her Hair

Turkmen Woman Weaving Her Hair

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Chris H
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

More like a dutch old master than an Italian renaissance image, nice composition and detail

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#10

The Peaks Of Italy

The Peaks Of Italy

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Village Of Cotignac Shrouded In Morning Mist

Village Of Cotignac Shrouded In Morning Mist

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Shepherd In The Rhodope Mountains, Bulgaria

Shepherd In The Rhodope Mountains, Bulgaria

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#15

Roosting In The Evening Twilight

Roosting In The Evening Twilight

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My Dad And His Best Friend

My Dad And His Best Friend

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Camping In A Copse With The Early Morning Mist

Camping In A Copse With The Early Morning Mist

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#18

During A Power Outage In Borodianka, Kyiv Region

During A Power Outage In Borodianka, Kyiv Region

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Jihana
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It looks like a serene picture, and then you remember why there is no electricity ☹️

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#20

The Way My Coworker Left Groceries At The Table

The Way My Coworker Left Groceries At The Table

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Boat In The Fog

Boat In The Fog

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#22

Photo I Took In Venice, Italy

Photo I Took In Venice, Italy

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#23

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

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

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VonBlade
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I refuse to believe this was accidental. Just refuse. No way. (Which is my way of saying well done, an incredible recreation)

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#25

Cows Resting In The German Alps

Cows Resting In The German Alps

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From My Back Porch

From My Back Porch

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J. G.
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Und aus den Wiesen steiget der weiße Nebel wunderbar... And from the meadows the white fog rises beautifully... From: Abendlied by Matthias Claudius.

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#28

A Solitary House - Micheal Lane; 1973

A Solitary House - Micheal Lane; 1973

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#29

Liberty Rallying The People

Liberty Rallying The People

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Dennis Stanley
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A woman’s place is in the revolution - Kandaka, or the word for Nubian queen, which was given to the woman in this photo chanting “thowra’ meaning revolution in Arabic. This photo was the from anti-government protests in Khartoum, Sudan in 2019

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#37

Saw This Man On My Way Home From The Bar

Saw This Man On My Way Home From The Bar

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Old Man In Pho Cao Village

Old Man In Pho Cao Village

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#39

This Picture Of Me In A Haunted House

This Picture Of Me In A Haunted House

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#40

Georgia - The Country, Not The State

Georgia - The Country, Not The State

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#42

Photo My Mother Took Of My Great Grandfather

Photo My Mother Took Of My Great Grandfather

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Hohenschwangau Castle And Light On The Alpsee

Hohenschwangau Castle And Light On The Alpsee

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#45

Al Fresco In London

Al Fresco In London

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

How come I don't have one of those...is it my socks? What am I doing wrong?

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My Friends In Train

My Friends In Train

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Sue Lynn Chan
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

enjoy those moment and turn them to memories like photo album because TIME is precious and never taken lightly.

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#50

Delays Due To Train Strikes In UK

Delays Due To Train Strikes In UK

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Kris92
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I included the photonumber as I read the title on this one: "50 delays" and I was flabbergasted. Why would you still wait if it was delayed 50 times?!....oooooh..... why do I even try to read sometimes.

Note: this post originally had 116 images. It’s been shortened to the top 50 images based on user votes.