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Greek Geography
The Greek region characterized by a mountainous peninsula and archipelago, leading to the majority of the population living near water for trade and defense.
City-States
Divided regions in Greece unified by mythology due to the mountainous terrain, fostering a sense of shared identity.
Greek Art Periods
The three main periods of Greek art - Archaic, Classical, and Hellenistic - each with distinct characteristics and styles.
Kouros Sculpture
A famous Greek sculpture representing an Apollo figure and ideal athlete, identified by the athletic headband and archaic smile.
Encaustic Paint
A type of paint used in Greek sculptures like the Kouros figure, made with beeswax as a binder for coloring.
Egyptian Influence
The Egyptians influenced Greek large-scale human sculptures, with Greeks adopting the power walk stance but creating sculptures in the round instead of relief.
Proportions
Greek sculptures like the Kouros figure emphasized proportions, a key aspect of their artistry and distinguishing feature from Egyptian sculptures.
Subtractive Sculpture
The technique used for creating the Kouros figure and other Greek sculptures, involving carving away material from a block to form the desired shape.
