Unit 2- Symmetry in Greek statues

Greek artists created sculptures using a pattern method to contribute to their uniqueness. They always used symmetry, mainly in the human body. Greek artists used and created unique patterns, textures and shapes in their work. The artists were achieving balance and the use of the same shape and different scales. The Greek artists were going for their piece to resemble naturalism. Looking at the ancient sculptures you can see the balance and symmetry they portray and also how they are very real and natural looking. The detail in their work shows. The sculpture Kritios, created a new technique and style using a more natural technique to the body. Making the sculpture come to life. The sculpture of Kritios shows us how instead of just symmetry you can create works of art with a unique touch. They used a more natural look to the sculptures and not as much symmetry. They wanted to portray realism in the figures. They slowly developed and relied on the form of movement and expression. Greek statues always have a face, legs, arms, and body facing forward. Egyptian and Greek sculptures are both abstract and different in their own ways.