greek art

"The ancient Greeks recorded their mythology on vase paintings, engraved gems, and bronze and stone sculptures, offering depictions that often predate any references to the myths in literature or recount alternative, unfamiliar versions of these tales. In some cases, visual art provides our only evidence of these myths, as there are no surviving accounts in ancient Greek literature of stories such as the Fall of Troy or Theseus and the Minotaur"--Provided by publisher.

Presents an illustrated introduction to the art and religion of ancient Greece, discussing gods and goddesses, mythology, temples, music and dance, poetry, sculpture, philosophy, and other topics.

Explores the art and architecture of ancient Greece.

An illustrated introduction to the study of ancient Greek art, discussing architecture, sculpture, decorative metalwork, engraved gems, coins, jewelry, paintings and mosaics, pottery and vase painting, furniture, textiles, glass and glaze, and ornamentation.

An introduction to the major monuments of Greek archaeology, studying the developments in architecture, architectural sculpture, sculpture, painting, and pottery, from the Bronze Age through the Hellenistic Period.

Explores the art of ancient Greece and Rome--from the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection--which includes pieces from 2700 B.C. through 312 A.D., and features Cycladic, Cypriot, Attic, East Greek, archaic, geometric, classical Greek, and more.

An illustrated guide to the cultural and political heritage of ancient Greece that profiles a wide range of topics, including the sculptures of the Parthenon, the sea voyages of Odysseus and Jason, the ideals of the Olympics, and the rule of law in a functioning democracy.

Discusses the art and civilization of the times of the ancient rulers of Greece, including the Mycenaean kings, Pericles, Philip of Macedon, and Alexander the Great.

A history of Greek art, discussing the characteristics that distinguish it from that of Roman copyists and the Renaissance, contrasting styles, and including photographs and illustrations of sculptures, architecture, and paintings.