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What is a characteristic of the Archaic Period in Greek Art?

  • Dynamic poses
  • Emotional expression
  • Rigid and frontal figures (correct)
  • Focus on mythology

The Hellenistic Period is characterized by static poses and lack of emotional expression.

False (B)

Name one famous sculpture from the Classical Period.

The Discus Thrower Statue (Myron)

Greek art emphasizes __________ human beauty, aiming for perfect proportions.

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Match the following periods of Greek Art with their characteristics:

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What type of pottery was significant in Greek art?

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The Parthenon is an example of innovative architecture in Greek art.

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List one of the three main types of Greek art.

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What is a key characteristic of Roman art?

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The pottery of ancient Greece exclusively depicted mythological events.

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What period is known for geometric pottery with horizontal bands and zigzags?

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The __________ of Peace is an example of a Roman monument celebrating Emperor Augustus.

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Match the Roman art types to their descriptions:

<p>Sculpture = Artistic representations usually in three dimensions. Painting = Two-dimensional visual art with color. Mosaic = Art created by assembling small pieces of colored glass or stone. Functional art = Practical items that are also aesthetically pleasing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a focus of Roman art?

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Roman sculpture was heavily influenced by Eastern art styles.

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Name one type of Roman sculpture mentioned.

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Which period is characterized by a focus on hyper-realistic, emotional sculptures?

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The Temple of Hera I and II are examples of Doric architecture.

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Name one notable sculpture from the Hellenistic period.

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A statue of a young man is referred to as a ______.

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Match the following architectural styles with their descriptions:

<p>Doric = Originated in mainland Greece and is the simplest Ionic = Slim with scroll-like tops and introduced from Asia Minor Corinthian = Decorative with leaf designs and preferred by Romans</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the flowing dress of the Winged Victory of Samothrace symbolize?

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The Great Altar of Zeus is located in the Pergamon Museum in Athens.

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During which period were proportions and harmony emphasized in architecture?

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Which style is described as combining elements from the previous three painting styles?

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Roman mosaics primarily used colored tiles for detailed portraits.

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What is the main difference between Greek and Roman art in terms of representation?

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The _______ Room, House of the Vetii, is an example of Fourth Style painting.

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Match the following types of Roman art with their characteristics:

<p>Mosaic = Used black and white tiles for geometric designs Fourth Style Painting = Combines elements from three previous styles Greek Art = Focused on ideal beauty and perfect proportions Roman Art = Emphasized realism and individuality</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common use of mosaics in ancient Rome?

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Which emperor is known for the Equestrian Portrait located on Capitoline Hill, Rome?

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The Altar of Augustan Peace was created in 9 B.C.

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Mosaics became less detailed over time.

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What influence did Roman mosaics have on later architectural styles?

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What material is the Portrait of Augustus as General made from?

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The _____ style of painting used fake marble blocks and aimed for a symmetrical window-like view.

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Match each style of Roman mural painting with its description:

<p>First Style = Colored plaster Second Style = Architectural illusions, vanishing points Third Style = Ornate, flat planes with detailed designs Fourth Style = Complex, combines previous styles, mythological themes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of funerary sculpture symbolized status?

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The First Style of Roman mural painting is known for ornate designs and complex themes.

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Which style of painting has complex themes and combines elements from previous styles?

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Central Principle of Greek Art

Greek art prioritized an ideal human beauty, striving for perfect proportions within the human body. It focused on the human form as a representation of strength, intellect, and beauty.

Kouros

A young man statue, typical of the Archaic period in Greek art. It featured a rigid, frontal pose with an Archaic smile.

Kore

A young woman statue, typical of the Archaic period in Greek art. It featured a rigid, frontal pose with an Archaic smile.

Archaic Smile

A characteristic of Archaic Greek sculptures, it is a distinct, slightly upturned smile that appears on the faces of these statues.

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Contrapposto

The characteristic pose of classical Greek sculptures, where the body is slightly twisted, with one leg relaxed and the other bearing weight, creating a sense of balance.

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Classical Period

The period in Greek art that emphasized ideal beauty and proportions, focusing on humanity and intellectual strength.

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Hellenistic Period

The period in Greek art that emphasized emotional expression and realism, showcasing complex statues with dynamic poses.

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Archaic Period

A period in Greek art marked by rigid and frontal figures, and the use of Archaic smiles.

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What is the Archaic Smile?

A rigid, frontal pose characteristic of Archaic Greek sculptures, typically depicting young men or women with a slight, upturned smile.

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What is the Classical Period?

The period in Greek art marked by a focus on idealized beauty and perfect proportions.

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What is Contrapposto?

Characterized by a dynamic, ‘S’ shaped pose that creates a natural sense of balance.

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What is the Hellenistic Period?

The period in Greek art that moved away from idealization and embraced a more emotional and realistic style.

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What is the Doric order?

A Greek temple architecture style, characterized by simple, sturdy columns.

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What is the Ionic order?

A Greek temple architecture style, characterized by slender columns with scroll-like capitals.

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What is the Corinthian order?

A Greek temple architecture style, characterized by ornate columns with leaf-shaped capitals.

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What were the characteristics of Greek Architecture?

Essential features of Greek architecture, emphasizing balanced proportions and harmonious designs.

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Ancient Greek Pottery (c. 1000 - 400 BC)

Pottery from ancient Greece around 1000 to 400 BC, offering a rich insight into the beliefs and practices of the Greeks.

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Geometric Period (900 - 700 BC)

A period in Greek pottery marked by simple geometric designs like bands, zigzags, and triangles.

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Black-figure Pottery

A style of ancient Greek pottery where figures are painted in black on a red background.

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Red-figure Technique

A technique used on pottery where figures are painted in red on a black background.

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Roman Art

The art and culture of ancient Rome, known for incorporating Greek ideals with a focus on realism and incorporating Eastern influences.

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Realistic Portraits in Roman Art

Capturing realistic features and individual characteristics in sculptures.

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Depth and Perspective in Roman Art

Using perspective in paintings and mosaics to create the illusion of depth and three-dimensionality.

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Public Monuments in Roman Art

Grand structures like arches, columns, and statues built in ancient Rome to celebrate important events and figures.

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Realistic Sculpture

A type of sculpture that focuses on realistic depictions of people and events. It was common in Roman art, where it was used to portray emperors, generals, and other important figures.

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Equestrian Sculpture

A type of sculpture where the subject is depicted in the act of riding a horse. Used to showcase power and authority. It often features Roman emperors on horseback.

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Busts in Roman art

Detailed sculptures of a person's head and neck. Roman busts were used to honor individuals, often with significant details to express their personality.

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Funerary Sculpture

A type of sculpture that was typically placed on tombs or memorial sites. These sculptures often depict the deceased, often lying down, adding a personal touch to the burial site.

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Architectural Sculpture

A specific type of sculpture that is integrated into a larger building. It can be found on the exterior or interior of the structure and often serves a decorative or symbolic purpose.

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Ara Pacis (Altar of Augustan Peace)

A sculpture that commemorates the period of peace established in Rome by Emperor Augustus. Known for the intricate details of the scenes representing peace, sacrifice, and family.

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Second Style Mural Painting

A type of Roman wall painting that focused on creating the illusion of depth and space. It used techniques like linear perspective, to trick the eye, making the paintings feel three-dimensional.

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Third Style Mural Painting

A type of Roman wall painting featuring a flat, decorative style. It uses vibrant colors, decorative patterns, and ornate details, creating a sense of richness and grandeur.

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Fourth Style (Complex) Roman Wall Painting

The fourth style of Roman wall painting, developed in the 1st century C.E., blended elements from the previous three styles: 1st style's wall division, 2nd style's architectural scenes and marble blocks, and 3rd style's flat colored surfaces and architectural details. An example is the Ixion Room in the House of the Vetii, Pompeii.

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Roman Mosaic

A type of art using small pieces of colored stone, glass, or ceramic materials to create images or designs. Roman mosaics were frequently used in homes and public buildings, often featuring geometric designs and realistic portraits.

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Black and White Mosaic

Commonly used in Roman baths and public buildings, this mosaic style featured black and white tiles arranged in geometric patterns, often depicting marine scenes. The effect resembles a decorative 'carpet'.

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Mosaic Realism

Mosaics became more complex over time, evolving to depict realistic human figures with intricate details in portraits.

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Roman Artistic Realism

Roman art aimed for realism and individuality, focusing on depicting people and their expressions with age and specific features, often portraying leaders or everyday life.

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Greek Artistic Idealism

Greek art emphasized idealized beauty and perfect proportions, often showcasing gods and athletes in statues and pottery. It celebrated the human form as a symbol of strength and beauty.

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Functionality of Greek and Roman Art

Greek art served to commemorate gods, heroes, and achievements, while Roman art focused on glorifying the state, leaders, and their accomplishments through public monuments and political statements.

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Key Difference: Greek vs. Roman Art

The main difference between Greek and Roman art lies in their focus: Greek prioritized idealized beauty and perfect proportions, while Roman emphasized realism, individualism, and functionality, often for political purposes.

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Study Notes

Classical Civilization: Greek & Roman Art

  • Greek Art Overview: Focuses on ideal human beauty, aiming for perfect proportions in the human body.
  • Timeline of Greek Art: Geometric Art (900-700 BCE), Orientalizing Art (700-600 BCE), Archaic Art (600-480 BCE), Classical Art (480-400 BCE), Late Classical Art (400-320 BCE), Hellenistic Art (320-30 BCE).
  • Geography of Ancient Greece: Began in Greece, the Aegean islands, and the western coast of modern Turkey. Geography changed over time.
  • Archaic Period (600-480 BCE) Characteristics: Rigid and frontal figures, Kouros & Kore statues, Archaic Smile.
  • Classical Period (480-320 BCE) Characteristics: Ideal beauty & proportions (Humanism), Contrapposto pose, Focus on athleticism & intellectual strength, Discus Thrower Statue (Myron) - showing beauty and athleticism
  • Hellenistic Period (320-30 BCE) Characteristics: Emotional expression & realism, Complex statues with dynamic poses (e.g., Winged Victory of Samothrace).
  • Greek Art Types: Sculpture, Architecture, Pottery, Painting.
  • Sculpture: Idealized human form, dynamic poses, Contrapposto and anatomical perfection, examples include the Winged Victory of Samothrace.
  • Sculpture: Archaic Period: Solid, frontal figures with Archaic smiles, Kouros (young male statue), Kore (young female statue). The Calf Bearer statue from Athens.
  • Sculpture: Classical Period: Focus on perfect human forms in motion, dynamic poses like Contrapposto, idealized beauty and proportions, example includes Perseus, with the Head of Medusa.
  • Sculpture: Hellenistic Period: Hyper-realism, emotional sculptures, dramatic poses, intense feelings, noted works include the Seated Boxer and Winged Victory.
  • Architecture: Iconic columns (Doric, Ionic, Corinthian), Rectangular buildings (temples) supported by columns, focus on balanced and symmetrical designs (beauty), included the Temple of Hera I and II, Caryatid porch of the Erechtheum.
  • Architecture: Characteristics: Proportion, Harmony, Strict rules, Different styles.
  • Architecture: Three Styles/Orders: Doric: originated in mainland Greece, earliest, strongest; Ionic: slim with scroll-like tops, introduced by architects from Asia Minor; Corinthian: decorative with leaf designs, not widely used in Greece but was favoured by Roman architects.
  • Architecture: The Great Altar of Zeus (Pergamon Altar): built around 180-160 BCE, now in the Pergamon Museum, Berlin. Blends sculpture and architecture; reliefs showing the battle of gods against their enemies. Grave altars often included scenes from people's lives.
  • Pottery: Representations of cultural beliefs and practices from 1000-400 BCE, different periods such as Geometric Period (900-700 BCE), used horizontal bands, zigzags, triangles; Archaic Period used the Black-figure and Red-figure techniques.
  • Pottery: Archaic Period: Black-figure pottery, red-figure technique. Used everyday life, athletic scenes, and mythological events
  • Roman Art Overview: Combined idealized perfection of Greek sculpture with a focus on realism. Added Eastern influences.
  • Roman Art Types: Sculpture, Painting, Mosaic.
  • Roman Art: Key Characteristics: Realistic portraits, Depth and Perspective, Historical Storytelling, Public Monuments, Functional items and decorative designs
  • Sculpture: Influenced by Etruria (realistic funerary portraits) and Greece (emotional depth in portraits), focused more on realism. Roman sculpture types include busts of emperors and public figures, portrait and equestrian statues, funerary sculpture, architectural sculpture. Examples include Nero, Caesar Augustus, Hadrian.
  • Roman Sculpture (Equestrian Portrais: Marcus Aurelius Equestrian statue
  • Roman Sculpture (Portrait of Augustus): Shows Rome's power with realistic features
  • Sculpture (Funerary): Relief carvings or figures on coffin sides or lids for personal touches and status symbol.
  • Painting (Mural Styles): First to Fourth styles. First Style: colored plaster to contrast with flat wall surface. Second Style: architectural illusions, vanishing points. Third Style: ornate, flat planes, detailed designs. Fourth Style: combines previous styles and mythological themes.
  • Mosaic: Common in homes and public buildings, used black and white tiles (geometric and marine motifs). Later used more detailed portraits. Common Roman style used black and white tiles for marine designs in baths (ex. Baths of Caracalla). Mosaics also used flat, geometric designs creating a carpet effect. Mosaics showed human figures more realistically over time with detailed portraits. Showed wealth and power of the house owner.

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