Comparison of Three Sculptures If you examine the sculptures of Donatello’s David from the early renaissance period Michelangelo’s David sculpted during the high renaissance, and Bernini’s David from the baroque period, you will find differences in sculpting style by these three artists. Many of these differences speak to the era during which they were constructed. Michelangelo sculpted in the renaissance style which idealizes the human form. In this style as demonstrated by this sculpture of David, the adult male is often depicted in his prime and very athletically portrayed. In this version of David the man is depicted as thoughtful in contrast to a more action implied stance favored by other styles of sculpture.
Both orators use many combinations of rhetorical devices from Isocolon and Chiasmus to logical fallacies such as Ad Hominem, in order to influence the citizens of Rome into agreeing with their opinion of Caesar’s death. In both of the funeral orations, we are able to see the power of rhetoric and its ability to persuade crowds through Brutus and Mark Antony. Brutus’ speech falls into the description of the classic rhetoric appeal of ethos, basing his argument on his credibility from an ethical standpoint in order to persuade the crowd to “believe me [Brutus] for mine honor, and have respect to mine honor, that you may believe.” As being one of the conspirators that took part in Caesar’s death, Brutus uses rhetorical devices from the beginning of his speech, like this Chiasmus for instance, in order to give reason to his actions and advocate his respectable character. Here Brutus is emphasizing that honorable people tell the truth, and since he is an honorable man they should believe what he says, for he too will tell the truth, hiding all possibility that they should doubt his words for lies. Brutus also includes an Isocolon in the lines “As Caesar loved me, I weep for him;
Ancient Greek architecture is a product of the Hellenic and the Hellenistic people. Ancient Greek architecture is best known for its temples, most of which are found in the region as ruins. Ancient Greek architecture is distinguished by its highly formalized characteristics, both of structure and decoration, particularly in the temples. Most often these temples are raised on the high grounds so that the beauty of the well illuminated structure can be enjoyed from a good distance away in all angles. Although limestone was available the building material primarily used was stone, especially high quality marble.
A comparative study of Al Pacino’s ‘Looking for Richard’ and Shakespeare’s ‘The tragedy of King Richard the 3rd’ reveals to the audience the relevance and freedom of interpretation surrounding such profound pieces of literature such as Shakespeare’s plays. The vast majority of the modern audience feels distant to Shakespeare, many with a tainted outlook on his works due to a lack of understanding and unfortunate experiences studying his work. ‘Looking for Richard’, through the use of many cinema techniques conveys transcendence ideas on Richard’s role in modern society whilst supporting the idea that Shakespeare’s literature is timeless and germane. Looking for Richard reconnects us to the world of Shakespeare presenting the ideas and values of ‘King Richard 3rd’ to this post-modern era. ‘The Tragedy of King Richard the 3rd’ was a revolutionary play of its time due to its appeal of all classes ranging from the noblest Queen to the street pheasant.
According to abrahamlincolnonline.org, “New York architect Henry Bacon modeled the memorial in the style of a Greek temple. The classic design features 36 Doric columns outside, symbolizing the states in the Union at Lincoln's death”. Furthermore, the District also has another Rome like arcutecture which is the Jefferson Memorial. This particular memorial is very similar to the Pantheon in Italy, Rome, in difference; I came to realize that Washington D.C has a very strong relation with Roman artifacts when it comes to historical landmarks. I assume that with research I will be able to discover may other buildings and sculptures that have been heavily influenced by ancient history.
Michelangelo's David differs from Donatello and Verrocchio in that David appears more idealized with a more muscular and perfectly chiseled body, also found in classic Greek and Roman statues. This is
Who were land workers, are now becoming philosophers, painters or artists. Romans are beginning to portray man and woman perfectly formed and almost idealized bodies in marble sculptures as a way of expressing art with the foreign influence. The Marble bust of a man is in a way a contradiction to this new artistic movement that is taking place now in the Empire. Although it is a sculpture, a form of art, its composition is completely different from other works. The facial expressions are tough and can easily be described as angriness being craved in a marble.
Desta Sharp Writing September 19 2012 To Analyze an Analysis Bric-A-Brac: The Everyday Work of Tom Friedman is an essay written by Jo Applin to critique Tom Friedman’s artwork. Jo Applin writes this analysis with the intentions of providing the reader with an understanding of Friedman’s work. Tom Friedman is an artist that turns everyday materials and objects into beautiful drawings, photographs, and sculptures. His use of the methods bricolage and braconnage would be considered fascinating. Jo Applin’s critique and arguments are some that I definitely would agree with!
'To what extent did a distinctive art style emerge during the Roman occupation of Britain?' Following the final arrival of the Romans in Britain, AD43, a distinctive art style emerged, now known as Romano-British, which is a combination of Celtic and Classical art. Celtic art usually avoids direct representation of the human form, e.g. bulging eyes and a drooping mouth along with no use of straight lines, but shapes and wavy lines; where as Classical art is a lot more focused on detail and attempts to create an accurate image of that in question. In this essay I will discuss whether or not this art style is easily recognised and distinct to other art pieces.
In ancient Rome the republican elite and later the emperors controlled much more than images, they exerted influence on literature, theatre, poetry and staged the games. Through the choice of myth and by accentuating and ignoring certain aspects, very specific messages could be conveyed. The Basillica Aemilia, in the Roman Forum, built in the C2nd BC, was an enormous public building, providing space for shops and law courts. In the Augustan era (Blk, p126) a frieze was added decorated with images of Rome's founding myths. The rape of the Sabines and the punishment of Tarpeia are two of those featured and include the most explicitly instructive content.