Greek and Roman Art

Cycladic Culture

An ancient Aegean culture flourished from about 3200 to 2000 BCE, known for its simplified, geometric nude female figures.

Minoan Culture

An Aegean civilization centered on the island of Crete, reached its peak around the second millennium BCE, famous for its naturalistic art and the legend of the Minotaur.

Mycenaean Culture

An ancient civilization on the Greek mainland that thrived after the Minoans, noted for their elaborate tombs and goldsmithing.

Contrapposto

A pose in sculpture where the weight of the body is distributed on one leg, creating a more naturalistic and relaxed appearance.

Frescoes

A technique of mural painting on freshly laid wet plaster, commonly used in Minoan art.

Parthenon

A temple on the Acropolis in Athens, built in the 5th century BCE that symbolizes Ancient Greece and its architectural mastery.

Etruscan Civilization

An early civilization in Italy known for its tomb art, which served as a bridge between Greek art and Roman art.

Roman Concrete

An ancient building material that allowed Romans to create strong and durable structures, revolutionizing architecture.

Hellenistic Period

An era of Greek art and culture characterized by increased influence from Eastern civilizations and notable sculptures like the Venus de Milo.

Archaic Period

The stage of Greek art from 660 to 475 BCE, marked by the development of freestanding marble sculptures influenced by Egyptian art.