Archaic Greek Art: Sculptures As the Dark Ages came to a close, many of the features of Greek art shifted as well. Before the Archaic Period, the most common form of artistic expression was pottery, which was often decorated in an abstract, geometric style. There was little figurative art...
Before the recognizable art Ancient Greece was known for was perfected, there were several periods that helped refine painting and sculptures. The Geometric and Archaic Periods, lasting from roughly 900-700 BCE and 600-480 BCE, respectively, were instrumental in the formation of both Greek art ...
The Progression of Greek Art The ancient Greeks were some of the most detailed artists of all time. Their sculptures are good examples of this and are classified into three periods: Archaic, Classical, and Hellenistic. Throughout the three periods, human figures dominated art. I have always enj...
Minoans had a strong influence on most of the religious practices and rituals practised by the Mycenaeans. Art: Pottery work such as stirrup jars, pitchers, kraters and chalices were made during this era. The vessels that were exported were more intricately designed and had beautiful motifs,...
For some, Archaic just means old. For others, it is simply a transition period on the way to the 'real' ancient Greeks. However, many of the most...