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What is Greek art known for?

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What is Greek art known for?
Greek art is known for its patronage to the gods and naturalistic, yet idealized, portrayal of the human body. Both the painters and sculptures of the time attempted to depict a body in motion, exactly how it appeared to the naked eye. Classical Greek art is renowned for its balance and sense of proportion.
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the evolution of ancient Greek art, known as the Hellenistic period, which spanned from the death of
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Greek head
Located in EL CAMPELLO, ES
the evolution of ancient Greek art, known as the Hellenistic period, which spanned from the death of
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antiquities

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Marble

Greek figurine of a little Eros riding on a dolphin, holding a lyre
Located in EL CAMPELLO, ES
riding on a dolphin while holding a lyre is a classical motif from ancient Greek art that symbolizes the
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