Classical Art and Archeology- Unit 3

Dipylon Amphora

A ceramic vessel from the Geometric period (c. 755-750 B.C.E.) measuring 160 cm.

Terracotta Krater

A mixing bowl for wine and water, attributed to the Hirschfeld Workshop, dating to c. 750-735 B.C.E.

Attic Black-Figure Amphora

A vase depicting Ajax and Achilles playing a game, created by Exekias, dating to ca. 540 BCE (Archaic).

Sarpedon Krater

A krater signed by Euphronios and Euxitheos from Athens, ca. 515 BCE (Archaic).

Kouros

A statue of a nude male youth, represented in the Archaic period.

Hellenistic Baroque

A style characterized by elaborate ornamentation and dramatic effects, seen in artworks like the Dying Gaul.

Red-Figure Technique

A vase painting method where figures are red against a black background, allowing more detailed rendering.

Black-Figure Technique

A vase painting method with black figures on a red background, using a slip to create a high contrast.

Contrapposto

A pose in sculpture where weight rests on one leg, creating a more dynamic stance.

Gender Representation in Greek Art

The distinction in depictions of goddesses versus women, where goddesses do not conform to societal norms.

Canon of Proportions

A set of rules created by Polykleitos defining ideal mathematical proportions for the human figure.

Peplos Kore

A statue of a draped maiden, possibly representing a goddess or a votive offering.

Grave Stele of Hegeso

A funerary monument that provides insight into the roles and expectations of women in Greek society.

Votive Offering

Gifts presented to the gods, often in the form of sculptures or other artworks.

Connoisseurship

The practice of discerning period style and personal style through close observation of artistic characteristics.

Marble Statue of a Kouros

Known as the New York Kouros, dating to ca. 590-580 BCE (Archaic), reflecting ideals of youth and beauty.

Tomb Markers

Statues used to mark graves, like the Kouros, that convey cultural values surrounding death and memory.

Indirect Lost Wax Technique

A method used for bronze casting, involving a wax model covered in a ceramic shell to create detailed sculptures.

Kore

A type of ancient Greek statue of a young woman, often used as a votive offering or grave marker.

Patina

The surface appearance of a sculpture that develops over time, often enhancing its beauty.

Gilding

The process of applying gold leaf or gold paint to objects for decorative purposes.

Narrative in Greek Vase Painting

The types of stories depicted on vases, often focusing on specific moments in mythology or daily life.

Format of KOUROS and KORE Statues

Statues serve both as votive offerings and tomb markers, reflecting cultural values of beauty and remembrance.

Hellenistic Sculptural Style

Characteristics of Hellenistic art include emotional expression, realism, and complex compositions.