Best Sellers in Books
Discover the most popular and best selling products in Books based on sales

Disclosure: I get commissions for purchases made through links in this website
Sculpture - The Emergence of the Classical Style in Greek Sculpture

Description

Book Synopsis: In this wide-ranging study, Richard Neer offers a new way to understand the epoch-making sculpture of classical Greece. Working at the intersection of art history, archaeology, literature, and aesthetics, he reveals a people fascinated with the power of sculpture to provoke wonder in beholders. Wonder, not accuracy, realism, naturalism or truth, was the supreme objective of Greek sculptors. Neer traces this way of thinking about art from the poems of Homer to the philosophy of Plato. Then, through meticulous accounts of major sculpture from around the Greek world, he shows how the demand for wonder-inducing statues gave rise to some of the greatest masterpieces of Greek art. Rewriting the history of Greek sculpture in Greek terms and restoring wonder to a sometimes dusty subject, The Emergence of the Classical Style in Greek Sculpture is an indispensable guide for anyone interested in the art of sculpture or the history of the ancient world.

Details

Discover the captivating world of classical Greek sculpture with our fascinating book, 'The Emergence of the Classical Style in Greek Sculpture'. Written by renowned art historian Richard Neer, this comprehensive study offers a fresh perspective on the extraordinary sculptures that define this era. Neer takes you on a journey through the nuances of Greek art, revealing their profound fascination with the ability of statues to inspire wonder in all who beheld them.

Unlike other art forms, Greek sculptors prioritized wonder over accuracy, realism, and naturalism. With Neer's expert guidance, you'll delve into the ancient poems of Homer and the philosophical works of Plato, gaining invaluable insights into the Greek mindset and how it shaped their artistic expression.

Through meticulously researched accounts of iconic sculptures from diverse regions of the Greek world, Neer showcases the incredible works that arose from the demand for wonder-inducing statues. With every turn of the page, you'll be awestruck by the brilliance of Greek art and the profound impact it had on the course of history.

By rewriting the history of Greek sculpture in Greek terms and reviving the wonder that surrounds this ancient art form, 'The Emergence of the Classical Style in Greek Sculpture' breathes new life into a sometimes overlooked subject. Whether you're an art enthusiast or a history buff, this indispensable guide will deepen your appreciation for sculpture and transport you to the wondrous world of classical Greece.

Don't miss out on this enlightening journey through ancient art! Grab your copy of 'The Emergence of the Classical Style in Greek Sculpture' today and embark on a thrilling adventure into the captivating realm of Greek sculpture.

Click here to get your copy now!

Disclosure: I get commissions for purchases made through links in this website