During Hellenistic times, the medium of bronze helped reach new levels of sophistication. Much detailed elements of the human form translated in this metal. Expression of the body such as our dancer here. But also naturalistic facial expressions including facial wrinkles, tendons, musculature, and veins.
Master of classical Greek art, Polykleitos, revered the human figure. He created a method (the Canon) where a detailed system of mathematical calculation was to be used in order to sculpt the most perfect human form. He focused on balance and on the feel and movement of the flesh and muscle, preferably without drapery. The Diadumenus was the fruit of this intellectual approach. It greatly influenced the sense of aesthetics which played an important role in the history of Greek sculpture and beyond.
Published by Eleonora in Hellenistic
In the Greco-Buddhist art of Gandhara, Maitreya was the most popular figure represented along with Buddha Śākyamuni. Buddhist imagery influenced by the classical Greek and Hellenistic styles traveled to China. Later, it also reached Korea and Japan.
Published by Eleonora in Hellenistic
Diogenes is still highly regarded in the present day for his commitment to truth and living according to his beliefs.
Published by Eleonora in Neoclassicism
Tags: Artificial, Athens, Corinth, cosmopolitan, Cynic, Cynicism, Diogenes, French Influence, French School, Good, Greek, Jean-Léon Gérôme, Loyalty, Nature, Painting, Philosopher, Poor, Social Norms, Truth
A physical and intellectual light emanates from the young king, a miraculous child by his unexpected birth, called to a great destiny which is also that of France.
Published by Eleonora in Classicism
Tags: Apollo, Ballet, Classical Dance, French Influence, Greek, Louis XIV, Lully, Roi Soleil, Sun God, Versailles