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What was the primary focus of Prehistoric Painting from 40,000 BC to 9000 BC?
What was the primary focus of Prehistoric Painting from 40,000 BC to 9000 BC?
Which period of Prehistoric Greek Painting focused on motifs related to the sea and nature?
Which period of Prehistoric Greek Painting focused on motifs related to the sea and nature?
Which work exemplifies the aesthetic ideal of the Golden Age (480-400 BC)?
Which work exemplifies the aesthetic ideal of the Golden Age (480-400 BC)?
What characteristic defined the Hellenistic Period in Prehistoric Greek Painting?
What characteristic defined the Hellenistic Period in Prehistoric Greek Painting?
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Which of the following is NOT a focus of Prehistoric Painting as defined in the content?
Which of the following is NOT a focus of Prehistoric Painting as defined in the content?
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Study Notes
Prehistoric Painting
- Prehistoric painting existed from 40,000 BC to 9000 BC.
- Prehistoric paintings often focused on hunting scenes.
- Prehistoric paintings utilized stylistic techniques.
Prehistoric Greek Painting
- Prehistoric Greek Painting was divided into four distinct periods.
- Pre-Greek Period focused on motifs related to the sea and nature.
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Golden Age (480-400 BC) emphasized aesthetic ideals based on human character as a representation of a divine system.
- Example: "The Discus Thrower" (Discobolus)
- Hellenistic Period (4th century - 1st century BC) emphasized individualism and featured tragic moods and contorted facial expressions.
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Description
Explore the fascinating evolution of painting from prehistoric times to the Greek period. This quiz covers key features and stylistic techniques of prehistoric paintings, as well as the distinct periods of prehistoric Greek painting, including significant works and their cultural implications.
