Visual and Style Analysis

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Take a close look at one of the Roman copies of Myron's Discus Thrower in your text on page 106. Given that Greek art generally sought equilibrium and order in art, explain how this representation of highly physical activity meets the Greek aesthetic goal.

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Place the Egyptian bust of Nefertiti(fig.3-32) next to the Greek Peplos Kore (fig. 5-17). Compare and contrast the two heads.

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In your text on page 113, (fig. 5-4), view the image of the Dipylon Vase. jot down at least five things about the vase decoration that reinforce the description of this vase as of the "Geometric" style. Use those five points to write a brief essay on what is geometric about the Dipylon Vase.

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View the Pyramids of Giza (fig.3-6) and the Parthenon (page 138). Both architectural endeavors sought stability. Contrast how the two achieved stability in different ways.

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