Miscellaneous Question
When did Greek art begin?
1100 BC
When was the Hellenistic Period?
323–31 BC
What made the Athenian painters different from the others?
They would portray human figures into their pottery.
What were the 3 styles the Greeks had built their buildings in?
Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian.
What would the Greeks portray in their art?
Human Figure/Gods/Living Beings (monsters, plants, etc)
In which period did the Greek's expand in society?
Archaic Period
How are we still able to find pottery that was made during Ancient Greece?
It was very duriable, (even when broken).
Why did the Greeks build temples?
Built as homes for each of their gods.
What was Ancient Greek's religion?
Polytheism (Belief in more than one god)
What type of art was there during the Hellenistic Period?
Sculpture.
What were the vases used for?
Everday use. (Decoration, bowls, etc.)
What were the "stoas" used for?
Walkways that were used to sell goods and hold public meetings.
What examples of art did the Greeks have?
Painting, mosaic, sculpture, architecture, literature, and pottery.
(You can say just a few or one)
What were sculptures focused on during the Hellenistic Period?
Their perfection in nautralism.
How would Greek potters and painters decorate the vases?
They would express their skills.
What were the other public buildings used for during Ancient Greece?
"Gymnasium, court house, council building, and sports stadium."
What examples of Greek art do we have TODAY?
Pottery vases, coins, jewelry, and gems
Which period(s) started around the beginning of Greek art?
Geometric and Orientalizing periods
What's special about the famous vase, Exekias?
It shows Ajax and Achilles (Greek heros), playing a board game during the Trojan War.
What was the most famous temple? What style was it built in?
The Partheon was built in Doric style, made for one of Greek's gods, Athena.