The Esthetic Basis Of Greek Art: Of The Fifth And Fourth Centuries B.C. (1921)

By Rhys Carpenter

Book Overview

""The Esthetic Basis of Greek Art: Of the Fifth and Fourth Centuries B.C."" is a book written by Rhys Carpenter and published in 1921. This book explores the fundamental principles of Greek art during the fifth and fourth centuries BCE, focusing on the aesthetic elements that defined the art of this period. Carpenter examines the various forms of Greek art, including sculpture, architecture, and pottery, and analyzes the ways in which these forms were influenced by cultural, social, and political factors. The author also delves into the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of Greek art, discussing the role of beauty, proportion, and harmony in the creation of these works. With its detailed analysis and insightful commentary, ""The Esthetic Basis of Greek Art"" remains a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of ancient Greek art and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165680688
• ISBN13: 9781165680689
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 270 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"