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Joyce's avatar

I’ve seen the various Kouroi and to me, although they represent the start of a more natural way the body is carved, they still have that rather rigid and idealistic expression which would set the tone, gradually becoming ‘smoother’ until (as far as I can remember) the Roman emperor Trajan had his statues made the way he was. I took classes in ‘Antique Culture’, and this was one of the subjects.

Wandering through Athens’ museum, I could see the evolution in statues, in stone and in bronze.

The ‘Poseidon’ for example has lost all rigidity.

A fascinating world and a trip down memory lane.

Thanks, Michael, for showing this.

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Jenn's avatar

A sculptural baby step ☺️. Thank you for sharing your insights on this beautiful work of art!

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