Sculpture As a Staple of Classic Art in Historic Greece
Sculpture As a Staple of Classic Art in Historic Greece Archaic Greeks were known for creating the first freestanding statuary; up till then, most carvings were made out of walls and pillars as reliefs. Most of these freestanding sculptures were what is known as kouros figures, statues of young, attractive male or female (kore) Greeks. The kouroi were considered by the Greeks to represent beauty and were sculpted with one foot leading and an uncompromising rigidity to their forward-facing poses; the male statues were always strapping, sinewy, and undressing. Life-sized versions of the kouroi appeared beginning in 650 BC. During the Archaic period, a big time of change, the Greeks were evolving new forms of government, expressions of art, and a better understanding of people and cultures outside Greece. Nevertheless, the Greek civilization was not slowed down by these challenges.Garden Fountains As Water Features
Garden Fountains As Water Features The description of a water feature is a big element which has water flowing in or through it. The variety of products available run the gamut from simple suspended wall fountains to intricate courtyard tiered fountains.
These products are so adaptable that they can be placed outdoors or indoors. Swimming pools and ponds are also considered water elements. An outdoor wall fountain can be a useful water feature to add to any yard, yoga studio, patio, balcony, or office space. In addition to helping you kick back, both sight and sound are enticed by the soothing sounds of a water feature. Their visibly satisfying form contributes to the embellishment of any space as well. The sound of water produces serenity, covers up undesirable noises and also produces an entertaining water show.