Publisher's Synopsis
The Greek Tradition in Sculpture is a book written by Walter Raymond Agard that explores the history and evolution of Greek sculpture. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the different styles and techniques used by Greek sculptors throughout the centuries, from the Archaic period to the Hellenistic era.Agard examines the cultural and historical context in which Greek sculpture was created, and how it reflected the values and beliefs of the ancient Greeks. He also analyzes the different materials used by sculptors, such as marble, bronze, and terracotta, and how they influenced the style and form of the sculptures.The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs of Greek sculptures, as well as detailed descriptions of their features and characteristics. Agard also discusses the influence of Greek sculpture on later art movements, such as the Renaissance and neoclassicism.Overall, The Greek Tradition in Sculpture is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and art of ancient Greece, and provides a fascinating insight into one of the most important and enduring artistic traditions in human history.1930. From the Johns Hopkins University Studies in Archaeology No. 7 edited by David M. Robinson. No art was more popular in Greece than sculpture, and in none did the Greeks reveal their genius more completely and abidingly. In this volume Agard examines what characteristics have made its influence so potent. Contents: Greek Sculpture; The Sculpture of Rome; The Lingering Tradition; The Renaissance; Classicism and Neoclassicism; and The Modern Debt to Greek Sculpture.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.
