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Analysis of Ancient Greek Sculptures: Symbols and Societal Roles

Explore the symbolism and societal roles depicted in ancient Greek sculptures, analyzing figures' poses, nudity, and clothing to draw conclusions about their significance in Greek society. Examine the portrayal of men and women, their expressions, and the reasons behind their depiction as nude or clothed.

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Analysis of Ancient Greek Sculptures: Symbols and Societal Roles

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  1. Ancient Greece Image Analysis

  2. What is being portrayed? Are the figures eyes closed in concentration or for another reason? Why else would they be closed? What role might this person have played in Greek society? When might the statue have been created? What other conclusions can you make?

  3. Is this a portrait? Is this an ordinary man? Is it a posed sculpture or does his stance mean something else? Why is he nude? What does this symbolize? What other conclusions can you make?

  4. Who is this woman? What does she represent? How is this figure different than the previous one? Why does the woman wear clothes (in contrast to the man, who is nude)? What other conclusions can you make?

  5. What is being depicted? Why are the figures painted without clothing? What does the artwork represent? What other conclusions can you make?

  6. What is this man doing? Does his face or body communicate a story? Why is he nude? Does his nudity make him seem more vulnerable or powerful? What other conclusions can you make?

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