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This is the last in the series of Sir John Boardmans acclaimed handbooks on Greek sculpture a sequel to similar volumes on the Archaic and Classical periods Here the story continues through the fourth century BC to the days of Alexander the Great The innovations of the period are discussed such as the female nude and portraiture along with many important monuments including the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus and several of the great names such as Praxiteles and Lysippus who were lionized by later generations The volume also presents Greek sculpture made in the colonies of Italy and Sicily from the Archaic period onwards as well as that made for eastern nonGreek rulers A final section considers the role of Greek sculpture in moulding western taste to the present day
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An artful gift inspired by The Met collection This striking sculpture reproduces a bronze horse figure 8th century B C from Greeces Geometric period ca 900 to 700 B C The roots of classical Greece lie in this pivotal era one of dramatic transformation that led to the establishment of primary Greek institutions such as the Greek alphabet and the citystate Evidence for the Geometric culture survives in the form of epic poetry archaeological records and artistic representation including votive offerings of terracotta and bronzeHorses are one of the most familiar Geometric symbols the Museum houses several Geometricperiod horse statuettes but the clarity and elegance of form in this example epitomize Geometric art at its most accomplished
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Find tips, reviews, and features on The Afterlife of Greek and sold for 154.13 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product belongs to and is sold by Abebooks.com.
For centuries statuary décor was a main characteristic of any city sanctuary or villa in the Roman world However from the third century CE onward the prevalence of statues across the Roman Empire declined dramatically By the end of the sixth century statues were no longer a defining characteristic of the imperial landscape Further changing religious practices cast pagan sculpture in a threatening light Statuary production ceased and extant statuary was either harvested for use in construction or abandoned in placeThe Afterlife of Greek and Roman Sculpture is the first volume to approach systematically the antique destruction and reuse of statuary investigating key responses to statuary across most regions of the Roman world The volume opens with a discussion of the complexity of the archaeological record and a preliminary chronology of the fate of statues across both the eastern and western imperial landscape Contributors to the volume address questions of definition identification and interpretation for particular treatments of statuary including metal statuary and the systematic reuse of villa materials They consider factors such as earthquake damage late antique views on civic versus private uses of art urban construction and deeper causes underlying the end of the statuary habit including a new explanation for the decline of imperial portraiture The themes explored resonate with contemporary concerns related to urban decline as evident in postindustrial cities and the destruction of cultural heritage such as in the Middle Eastnbsp
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For centuries statuary décor was a main characteristic of any city sanctuary or villa in the Roman world However from the third century CE onward the prevalence of statues across the Roman Empire declined dramatically By the end of the sixth century statues were no longer a defining characteristic of the imperial landscape Further changing religious practices cast pagan sculpture in a threatening light Statuary production ceased and extant statuary was either harvested for use in construction or abandoned in placeThe Afterlife of Greek and Roman Sculpture is the first volume to approach systematically the antique destruction and reuse of statuary investigating key responses to statuary across most regions of the Roman world The volume opens with a discussion of the complexity of the archaeological record and a preliminary chronology of the fate of statues across both the eastern and western imperial landscape Contributors to the volume address questions of definition identification and interpretation for particular treatments of statuary including metal statuary and the systematic reuse of villa materials They consider factors such as earthquake damage late antique views on civic versus private uses of art urban construction and deeper causes underlying the end of the statuary habit including a new explanation for the decline of imperial portraiture The themes explored resonate with contemporary concerns related to urban decline as evident in postindustrial cities and the destruction of cultural heritage such as in the Middle Eastnbsp
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Discover information, advice, and prices for The Emergence of the Classical, priced at 103.52 $ : it belongs to the Books & Magazines category; this product is sold by Abebooks.com and made by .
In this wideranging study Richard Neer offers a new way to understand the epochmaking sculpture of classical Greece Working at the intersection of art history archaeology literature and aesthetics he reveals a people fascinated with the power of sculpture to provoke wonder in beholdersnbsp Wonder not accuracy realism naturalism or truth was the supreme objective of Greek sculptors Neer traces this way of thinking about art from the poems of Homer to the philosophy of Plato Then through meticulous accounts of major sculpture from around the Greek world he shows how the demand for wonderinducing statues gave rise to some of the greatest masterpieces of Greek art Rewriting the history of Greek sculpture in Greek terms and restoring wonder to a sometimes dusty subject The Emergence of the Classical Style in Greek Sculpture is an indispensable guide for anyone interested in the art of sculpture or the history of the ancient world
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Discover information, advice, and prices for Greek Sculpture The Classical Period, priced at 31.32 $ : it belongs to the Books & Magazines category; this product is sold by Abebooks.com and made by .
Looks at the development of sculptures reliefs and friezes in fifth century BC Greece and assesses this periods importance in art history
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Find tips, reviews, and features on Introduction to Greek Art Sculpture sold for 35.97 $ , available in the Books & Magazines category; this product belongs to and is sold by Abebooks.com.
The four centuries between the composition of the Homeric epics and the conquests of Alexander the Great witnessed an immensely creative period in Greek art one full of experimentation and innovation But time has taken its toll damaged statues have lost their colour and wall paintings have been totally destroyed And yet sympathetic study of surviving sculpture and of drawing on vases can give extraordinary insight into and appreciation of these once brilliant works This book designed originally for students introduces the reader to Greek sculpture and vase painting in the critical period from the eighth to the fourth centuries BC The works discussed are generously illustrated and lucidly analysed to give a vivid picture of the splendor of Greek art The updated second edition includes a new chapter examining art in Greek society a timeline to help relate artistic development to historical events an explanation of how dates BC are arrived at a brief overview of Greek temple plans and a further reading list of recent booksThis clear approachable and rigorous introduction makes the beauty of Greek art more readily accessible and comprehensible balancing description with interpretation and illustration and is an invaluable tool to help develop insight appreciation and comprehension
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The four centuries between the composition of the Homeric epics and the conquests of Alexander the Great witnessed an immensely creative period in Greek art one full of experimentation and innovation But time has taken its toll damaged statues have lost their colour and wall paintings have been totally destroyed And yet sympathetic study of surviving sculpture and of drawing on vases can give extraordinary insight into and appreciation of these once brilliant works This book designed originally for students introduces the reader to Greek sculpture and vase painting in the critical period from the eighth to the fourth centuries BC The works discussed are generously illustrated and lucidly analysed to give a vivid picture of the splendor of Greek art The updated second edition includes a new chapter examining art in Greek society a timeline to help relate artistic development to historical events an explanation of how dates BC are arrived at a brief overview of Greek temple plans and a further reading list of recent booksThis clear approachable and rigorous introduction makes the beauty of Greek art more readily accessible and comprehensible balancing description with interpretation and illustration and is an invaluable tool to help develop insight appreciation and comprehension
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In this wideranging study Richard Neer offers a new way to understand the epochmaking sculpture of classical Greece Working at the intersection of art history archaeology literature and aesthetics he reveals a people fascinated with the power of sculpture to provoke wonder in beholdersnbsp Wonder not accuracy realism naturalism or truth was the supreme objective of Greek sculptors Neer traces this way of thinking about art from the poems of Homer to the philosophy of Plato Then through meticulous accounts of major sculpture from around the Greek world he shows how the demand for wonderinducing statues gave rise to some of the greatest masterpieces of Greek art Rewriting the history of Greek sculpture in Greek terms and restoring wonder to a sometimes dusty subject The Emergence of the Classical Style in Greek Sculpture is an indispensable guide for anyone interested in the art of sculpture or the history of the ancient world
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A digital copy of Emergence of the Classical Style in Greek Sculpture by Richard Neer Download is immediately available upon purchase
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The meaning of architectural sculpture is essential to our understanding of ancient Greek culture The embellishment of buildings was common for the ancient Greeks and often provocative Some ornamental sculpture was placed where when the building was finished no mortal eye could view it And unlike much architectural ornamentation of other cultures Greek sculpture was often integral to the building not just as decoration and could not be removed without affecting the integrity of the building structure This book is the first comprehensive treatment of the significance of Greek architectural sculpture Brunilde Sismondo Ridgway a worldclass authority on ancient Greek sculpture provides a highly informative tour of many dimensions of Greek public buildingsespecially temples tombs and treasuriesin a text that is at once lucid accessible and authoritativeRidgways pragmatism and common sense steer us tactfully and clearly through thickets of uncertainty and scholarly disagreement She refers to a huge number of monuments and documents her discussions with copious and uptodate bibliographies This book is sure to be acknowledged at once as the standard treatment of its important topic
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In this wideranging study Richard Neer offers a new way to understand the epochmaking sculpture of classical Greece Working at the intersection of art history archaeology literature and aesthetics he reveals a people fascinated with the power of sculpture to provoke wonder in beholdersnbsp Wonder not accuracy realism naturalism or truth was the supreme objective of Greek sculptors Neer traces this way of thinking about art from the poems of Homer to the philosophy of Plato Then through meticulous accounts of major sculpture from around the Greek world he shows how the demand for wonderinducing statues gave rise to some of the greatest masterpieces of Greek art Rewriting the history of Greek sculpture in Greek terms and restoring wonder to a sometimes dusty subject The Emergence of the Classical Style in Greek Sculpture is an indispensable guide for anyone interested in the art of sculpture or the history of the ancient world
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In this wideranging study Richard Neer offers a new way to understand the epochmaking sculpture of classical Greece Working at the intersection of art history archaeology literature and aesthetics he reveals a people fascinated with the power of sculpture to provoke wonder in beholdersnbsp Wonder not accuracy realism naturalism or truth was the supreme objective of Greek sculptors Neer traces this way of thinking about art from the poems of Homer to the philosophy of Plato Then through meticulous accounts of major sculpture from around the Greek world he shows how the demand for wonderinducing statues gave rise to some of the greatest masterpieces of Greek art Rewriting the history of Greek sculpture in Greek terms and restoring wonder to a sometimes dusty subject The Emergence of the Classical Style in Greek Sculpture is an indispensable guide for anyone interested in the art of sculpture or the history of the ancient world
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Mid to late 90s Esteve ASM 70CE classicalflamenco guitar in very good condition no cracks splits whatsoever for an almost 30 year old guitar The
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Fantastic Planter or Birdbath This exclusive baby angel garden statue speaks a warm welcome while holding greenery flowers or water for a classical birdbath It looks fantastic among your pots or as a standalone piece Indoor Outdoor Use It is perfect for outdoor spaces such as a garden or courtyard and brings tranquility and peace And its also suitable as an indoor planter for your entryway or formal living spacesDurable Material The angle statue is cast in highquality resin material It has been hand sculptured and hand painted giving it such a unique design
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The Danya B Encircled Reader Iron Sculpture effectively captures the joy of reading and precious relaxation Delicately handcrafted in iron this sleekly rounded piece is an excellent companion for all your late night reading adventures It is also an ideal gift for inquisitive bookworms and wouldbe writers Make the most of your downtime with the Danya B Encircled Reader Iron Sculpture Color Brown
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A beautiful marble sculpture of Aphrodite in the Museums collection was made in Imperial Rome 1st or 2nd century A D as a copy of a Greek statue of the third or second century B C In this work the goddess of love is shown as though surprised at her bath Originally her arms reached forward to shield her body in a gesture that both concealed and accentuated her sexuality Our beautiful reproduction of the Museums Aphrodite was created with a combination of threedimensional imaging and traditional sculpture techniques
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Bring some sizzle to your space with this eyecatching 8 in bronze polyresin classical Greek decorative bowl with orbs This striking decorative accent is expertly made of high grade polyresin in a dark bronze gold and black coloration An ornate and eye catching design that features a bowl with 4 spheres You can be certain that youll be leaving an impression with this unique piece 8 in H x 1125 in W x 1625 in D
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