Ancient Greece and Rome

Naturalism

the representation of subjects in ways that resemble how they appear in nature

Contrapposto

a pose in which a figures weight rests mainly on one leg, creating a more relaxed and natural stance

The Canon

In Greek Art, a system of ideal human proportions associated especially with the sculptor Polykleitos

Doric

The simplest of the three main Greek architectural orders, characterized by sturdy columns and plain capitals

Colonnade

a row of columns supporting a roof or entablature

Optical Refinements

subtle architectural adjustments designed to make a building look visually straight and balanced

Entasis

a slight outward curve or swelling in a column shaft that helps counteract the appearance of concavity

Cupid

the Roman god of lobe and desire, associated w the Greek god Eros; often depicted as a winged youth or child

Apollo

a Greek god associated with musics, prophecy, healing, and light, frequently represented as an idealized youthful male