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Where was the Doryphoros (Spear-bearer) held?
Where was the Doryphoros (Spear-bearer) held?
Pompeii
What are the original years of the Doryphoros?
What are the original years of the Doryphoros?
450-440 BCE
What materials were used for the Doryphoros?
What materials were used for the Doryphoros?
- Wood
- Marble (correct)
- Bronze (correct)
- Stone
Who was the artist of the Doryphoros?
Who was the artist of the Doryphoros?
What were the main functions of the Doryphoros?
What were the main functions of the Doryphoros?
What is a notable feature of the Doryphoros's content?
What is a notable feature of the Doryphoros's content?
What does contrapposto refer to in the Doryphoros?
What does contrapposto refer to in the Doryphoros?
The Doryphoros was the first piece to show naturalistic pose through movement.
The Doryphoros was the first piece to show naturalistic pose through movement.
What is the Lost Wax Process in sculpture?
What is the Lost Wax Process in sculpture?
What does the term chiastic pose mean?
What does the term chiastic pose mean?
Why is the Doryphoros called the spear-bearer?
Why is the Doryphoros called the spear-bearer?
How is the original Doryphoros different from the Roman copy?
How is the original Doryphoros different from the Roman copy?
What is 'Canon' in relation to the Doryphoros?
What is 'Canon' in relation to the Doryphoros?
What are the main concepts of Greek art depicted in the Doryphoros?
What are the main concepts of Greek art depicted in the Doryphoros?
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Where was the Doryphoros held?
Where was the Doryphoros held?
Pompeii
Original years of the Doryphoros?
Original years of the Doryphoros?
450-440 BCE
Material of the Doryphoros?
Material of the Doryphoros?
Marble
Who was the artist of the Doryphoros?
Who was the artist of the Doryphoros?
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Main function of the Doryphoros?
Main function of the Doryphoros?
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Notable feature of Doryphoros?
Notable feature of Doryphoros?
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Contrapposto in the Doryphoros?
Contrapposto in the Doryphoros?
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Doryphoros: first naturalistic pose?
Doryphoros: first naturalistic pose?
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Lost Wax Process in sculpture?
Lost Wax Process in sculpture?
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Meaning of chiastic pose?
Meaning of chiastic pose?
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Why 'Spear-bearer'?
Why 'Spear-bearer'?
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Original vs. Roman copy?
Original vs. Roman copy?
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What is 'Canon'?
What is 'Canon'?
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Main concepts of Greek art?
Main concepts of Greek art?
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Study Notes
Location
- Doryphoros is located in Pompeii.
Years
- The original sculpture dates back to 450-440 BCE.
Media
- Originally crafted in bronze by the Greeks, with later Roman copies made in marble.
Artist
- The sculpture was created by the renowned artist Polykleitos.
Function
- Represents ideal male physical features.
- Serves as inspiration for athletic training and competition.
Content
- Features a slight archaic smile.
- Emphasizes an idealized torso.
Contrapposto
- The figure exhibits asymmetrical balancing.
- Left arm and right leg are stiff, while the right arm and left leg are relaxed.
- Head is turned to the right, enhancing the dynamic pose.
Importance
- Landmark piece in art history; first to depict naturalistic motion through pose.
Lost Wax Process
- Sculpting technique involving multiple layers:
- First layer: terra cotta
- Second layer: wax
- Third layer: terra cotta
- Bronze is poured into the mold, melting the wax and causing the clay to break away.
Chiastic Pose
- Represents balance between chaos and order through cross-formed structure.
- Symbolic representation of the chi (χ) shape within the figure's form.
Meaning of "Spear Bearer"
- Named for the original weapon it would have held.
- "Doryphoros" translates to "spear bearer," emphasizing the warrior aspect and the idealized human form.
Differences Between Original and Roman Copy
- Roman copy includes a tree trunk and hand connector for structural support.
- The original bronze version was self-supporting.
Canon
- Refers to Polykleitos' set rules for beauty, outlined in his book.
- Includes a 7:1 ratio for proportions and the finger-to-finger measurement system.
Main Concepts of Greek Art
- Central belief that "Man is the measure of all things."
- Aims to depict the divine essence of humanity, elevating men to god-like status and vice versa.
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