Episode 5, Doryphoros by Polykleitos, c. 450 BCE
3:03 min
“Astonishingly, the consequence of his proportion theory is that it creates a sense of beauty, rightness, and naturalism. So when you get the proportions right, though scientific, you then achieve this stunningly natural feeling in the human being.”
Roman marble copy of the 1st century BC after a Greek bronze original that was made between 450-440 BC by Polykleitos. Minneapolis Institute of Art. https://salomi.tumblr.com/post/189779628506/the-mias-doryphoros-roman-marble-copy-of-the-1st
Wonderful, thank you for sharing your insights on the human form!
Fascinating study on proportions Michael. As an onlooker and not an artist, I’m inquisitive how incredible artists like yourself manage to sculpt and paint people to make them appear real. You are master! Thank you for sharing your video! ✨💖 🖼 🎨🖌️