Stone sculpture

In figure 3.18(a,b) we examine the Egyptian sculpture of Menkaure and Queen Khamerernebty. Upon observing the characteristics of this particular sculpture it is noted first, that the block of stone used for the carving of the statue remains both behind and underneath the figure of Menkaure and Queen Khamerernebty. In contrast, in figure 5.24 (a,), the sculpture Warrior from Riace, is sculpted in the round and we are able to observe the human figure from all angles. Additionally, the Egyptian…

The Statue of Memi and Sabu and the Statue of Gudea Professor Bealby AHIST1401 November 22, 2017 In the past, sculpture was a way of recording history, stones were material available for people to carve and express themselves in the form of art. This is evident from the two statues I will be discussing in this essay. The statue of Memi and Sabu which dated back to the ca. 2575–2465 B.C was found “From Egypt; Probably from Memphite Region, Giza, Western Cemetery”. (Metmesuem, 2017). The…

Michelangelo during the Renaissance period; and Bernini in the Baroque period. Each transformation of David is rendered in a distinctly different sculpture of the same subject reflecting each of the artist’s own style and time period in comparison. The inspiration of the subject matter is David; the courageous young Shepard who slew the giant Goliath with only a stone against insurmountable odds. Symbolically, the biblical story of David and Goliath can be representative of Judeo-Christian…

Shiva Response The sculpture of Shiva from the Chola Dynasty in the 10th Century, expresses the cultures desire to freeze an icon, and have a physical density of substance important to state of mind of the people. This icon shows a physical relationship to the people and the land that it comes from. There is a dialogue between the old and the new when looking at this object and recognizing the setting that it finds itself in. When looking at specific aspects of this Icon the viewer immediately…

Kouros, one can tell that the time span between the two sculptures had a lot to do with how people would have perceived them. In a today’s more modern society, Huffington’s Kouros is seen as the representation of the female body with the comparison of the Archaic Peplos Kouros given its similarities of medium and style. These two pieces have many similarities, but one thing that sets them apart is the own artist’s intentions for the sculpture in each of their own time eras. While the Peplos…

More specifically, this sculpture depicts the cranium of a non-particular ruler. This metamorphosis is most likely the effect of an attempt to enter the spirit world to secure the favor of the gods for his people. The artist or architect of this piece was not mentioned on the placard…

the more realistic sculpture that portrays how a human body truly stands. Greek sculptors were particularly concerned with proportion, poise, and idealised perfection of the human body. As Greek sculptors practiced throughout the years, they were able to more accurately depict the parts of the human body in proportions related to one another, creating the beautiful Greek sculptors that we see today. Starting with the Archaic Period the main materials used for statues were stone,…

Sculpture and Architecture have represented cultures for thousands of years, all the way back to the paleolithic era, and are still used in today’s culture. Sculpture and Architecture are used in so many different ways, for example to honor leaders, as religious symbols, decoration, and artistic expression just to name a few. They are also landmarks that help us remember the past and works of art that we can admire in the present. Today I will be exploring the similarities and differences…

Greek Pottery was used in many ways, pottery was an everyday essential. Pottery was everyday essential and was used for various task such as wind holders . “Greek people, pottery wasn't just something to eat out of. From the Stone Age onward, Greek people made pottery to sell to their neighbors. Sometimes they sold it empty, for wine jugs or table dishes. Sometimes they sold beautiful little bottles of perfume, or big storage jars full of wine”(“Ancient Greek Pottery”). Art in Ancient greece…

The Discus Thrower was created by Myron, a famous classical Greek sculptor in the late 5th century B.C.. Myron is widely known for his sculptures representing athletes in sport games. The Discus Thrower shows an discus athlete in the mid-action of throwing a discus. The statue was designed on a single plane- was meant to be seen from one side. The bronze sculpture shows a smooth texture that fully depicted the human anatomy. Myron proficiently demonstrated the flexible and complicated human…