Archaic Greek Artistry: Large Statuary

Archaic Greek Artistry: Large Statuary Up until the Archaic Greeks created the very first freestanding statuary, a remarkable achievement, carvings had primarily been completed in walls and pillars as reliefs. Younger, ideal male or female (kore) Greeks were the subject matter of most of the statues, or kouros figures. The kouroi, considered by the Greeks to portray beauty, had one foot extended out of a strict forward-facing posture and the male statues were always nude, with a powerful, strong physique. In 650 BC, life-size forms of the kouroi began to be observed. A substantial time of improvement for the Greeks, the Archaic period introduced about new forms of government, expressions of artwork, and a greater comprehension of people and customs outside of Greece. Archaic Greek Artistry: Large Statuary 517327629266023332.jpg

The Arcadian battles, the Spartan penetration of Samos, and other wars between city-states are good examples of the kinds of battles that arose commonly, which is consistent with other times of historical change.

Anglo Saxon Gardens at the Time of the Norman Conquest

Anglo Saxon Gardens at the Time of the Norman Conquest Anglo Saxon Gardens Time Norman Conquest 497148163070.jpg

Anglo-Saxons experienced incredible changes to their day-to-day lives in the latter half of the eleventh century due to the accession of the Normans. The Normans were much better than the Anglo-Saxons at architecture and horticulture when they came into power. But home life, household architecture, and decoration were out of the question until the Normans taken over the entire populace. Monasteries and castles served separate purposes, so while monasteries were large stone structures constructed in only the most productive, wide dales, castles were set upon blustery knolls where the residents focused on learning offensive and defensive techniques. Tranquil pastimes such as gardening were out of place in these destitute citadels. Berkeley Castle, potentially the most unspoiled model of the early Anglo-Norman style of architecture, still exists now. The keep is said to date from William the Conqueror's time period. A large terrace intended for exercising and as a way to stop enemies from mining below the walls runs around the building. On one of these parapets is a picturesque bowling green covered in grass and enclosed by an aged hedge of yew that has been shaped into coarse battlements.