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    Lecture 2

    STYLES OF SCULPTURE IN DIFFERENT PERIODS

    GREEK SCULPTURE

    The Greeks believed “man is the measure of all things” hence, their fondness of human form or
    human anatomy. They wanted to epitomize perfection of human body, usually embodied in a
    male torso. Common postures are: head is always seen in profile (or side view), torso (body) in
    frontal view, and feet again, in side view (similar to Egyptian style).

    Greek sculpture can be divided into 3 periods:

    Ancient Greece Period

    Archaic Style (influenced by Egyptian) – standing stature usually seen with left leg extends
    forward with on bend at knee, arms are at the sides, and with fists clenched to the level of
    hips or waist line.

    Classical Period

    Early Classical Style – facial expression assumed a dignified serenity, calm and thoughtful.
    Not much of emotion was shown because the emphasis was on the form of the body.

    Stylization has decreased, smooth wavy hair and perfect circle of curves forming the
    hemisphere (half sphere) of the head. Archaic smile has disappeared, and the face has
    become neutral in expression. Facial expression assumed a dignified serenity, calm and
    thoughtful. Not much of emotion was shown because the emphasis was on the form of
    the body.

    Hellenistic Period

    Exploring the effects of movements and deeply felt emotions. Both make and female
    statues were shown with very little (for woman) or no clothing at all. The S-shape defines
    the stance of statue to celebrate enormous movements.

    ROMAN SCULPTURE

    Unlike the Greek sculptures, which were more idealistic, the roman sculptures were regarded as
    realistic. It represents subject as it is in the real life with its individual imperfection. Hence, credited
    for its human portraiture.

    One of the portrait types most characteristic of Rome was the head detached from the body or
    bust. Bust represented famous men and women usually curved in marble. Most of their subject
    matter was commemorative statues, like emperors, roman senators, and other political
    personalities.

    MEDIEVAL SCULPTURE
    Greatest impact on sculpture during this era (particularly Romanesque arts) was iconography
    (sacred images or pictures). Primary purpose was to attract attention and encourage worshippers
    to enter (most seen around the doorways or portals). It extended up to Gothic and Renaissance.

    Another development in this period (Romanesque art) is the translation of early medieval
    manuscript interlace (joint together) into stone relief sculpture.

    BAROQUE-ROCOCO SCULPTURE

    Generally used every conceivably type of ornamentation and lavish designs, which are dubbed
    by over-exaggeration and profusion. The characters are usually religious (even mythological)
    figures. These are saints, angels, cherubs, animals, metal sun bursts (sun-rays) with garlands of
    flowers, and scrolls. These are usually painted in gold or wood or carved stones.

    NEO-CLASSICAL SCULPTURE

    This style is characterized as design features which are noble and the manner pieces sculptured
    are refined and dignified. Subjects are generally heroes who are devoted to sacrifice for noble
    cause.

    MODERN SCULPTURE

    This could be seen in statues that adorn public buildings, parks, cemeteries and other places
    where people convene for aesthetic value.

    Kinetic Sculpture - in which movement (as of a motor-driven part or a changing electronic image)
    is a basic element. In the 20th century the use of actual movement, kineticism, became an
    important aspect of sculpture.

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