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Archaic Greek Sculpture

Archaic Greek Sculpture

Smith, T. Roger
Redford, George

Hardcover

African ArtAmerican Art - GeneralProgramming

ISBN10: 1161505776
ISBN13: 9781161505771
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 22 2010
Pages: 18
Weight: 0.44
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Archaic Greek Sculpture is a comprehensive book written by T. Roger Smith that explores the art of sculpture in ancient Greece during the Archaic period, which spanned from the 8th to the early 5th century BCE. The book provides a thorough analysis of the techniques, styles, and themes of the sculptures created during this period, which marked the emergence of Greek art as a distinctive and influential cultural force.The book begins with an overview of the historical and cultural context of the Archaic period, including the political, social, and religious developments that shaped the artistic production of the time. It then delves into the various types of sculpture that were popular during this period, such as kouroi (male youth) and korai (female figures), as well as the different materials and techniques used by sculptors.Smith also explores the themes and motifs that were prevalent in Archaic Greek sculpture, including the representation of gods and heroes, mythological scenes, and everyday life. He discusses the symbolism and meaning behind these themes, as well as the ways in which they reflected the values and beliefs of ancient Greek society.Throughout the book, Smith provides numerous illustrations and photographs of Archaic Greek sculptures, allowing readers to appreciate the beauty and complexity of these works of art. He also includes a glossary of key terms and a bibliography for further reading, making this book an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of ancient Greek art and culture.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Greek Architecture and Greek Sculpture, by T. Roger Smith. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766106659.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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