The History of Ancient Greece

017 Archaic Art and Architecture

Jul 25, 2016
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Archaic Art as Greek Renaissance

  • Archaic Art in Greece was a burst of creative energy, often considered superior to Classical art.
  • This period is also called the Greek Renaissance for its development of Greek art and culture.
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Near Eastern Influence on Greek Art

  • Greek art evolved from geometric to more representational forms influenced by Near Eastern art.
  • This introduced floral designs, animals, mythology, and individuality in styles.
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Corinthian Pottery Innovation

  • Corinthian vase painting pioneered the black figure technique with detailed animal and warrior imagery.
  • Corinth dominated pottery trade, influencing other regions and popularizing new shapes like perfume flasks.
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