Question

During the Renaissance it was not enough for an artist to do his craft well. The truly gifted artists of the time pushed previous boundaries. Why were these artists willing to risk failure by going beyond the established norms?

to outdo their rivals

to obtain greater patronage

to receive national recognition

to further art itself as a craft

Answer 1

to obtain greater patronage

Patrons (wealthy families, the Church, and civic leaders) funded artists and rewarded innovation and fame. Pushing boundaries won commissions, money, and prestige — incentives that made risking failure worthwhile.