Ancient Greek Art and Culture Review

  • Greek Humanism: Emphasized human abilities in politics, arts, architecture, and military feats.
  • Parthenon Symbolism: Dedicated to Athena, goddess of wisdom and strategic warfare; represented Greek civilization triumphing over barbarism (e.g., metopes with Lapiths vs. Centaurs, Greeks vs. Amazons).
  • Amazons: Mythological warrior women from Asia Minor, associated with