Greek+Art+and+Architecture

Greek art and architecture focuses on reason and individual expression because the Greeks sought to represent idealistic forms of nature. "One of the most influential contributions to Western art came out of the classical period of ancient Greece." Through reason, Greek peoples focused on balance to convey an image that would look perfect, yet lifelike. The Parthenon was the most famous architecture that the Greeks constructed, dedicated to the goddess, Athena. It is a simple structure, but the columns added dignity and grace. Art was also an important part of Greek society. Sculptures and paintings focused on individual expression because it let the people represent their perspective of everyday life in Greece. Art "developed innovated new techniques to integrate a sense of movement and humanity in their artwork." Famous statues such as The Discus Thrower showed a lot of natural movement, but in a perfect way showing how the Greeks viewed idealistic life, expressing their individual expression. Today, people still create buildings and sculptures that represent the perfect ideas that the Greeks used.

"Classical Style in Art and Sculpture (Overview)." World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras. ABC-CLIO, 2009. Web. 12 Oct. 2009. .