women in greek art
Women in Greek history have had many roles. In Ancient Greece the mythological stories tell of very powerful women. Some archeological finds hint at the same suggestion. Women also represent some of the most powerful of deities. In the Classical Age women were subservient and primarily homebound. Women did the sewing, cooking, cleaning and raising of the children. In Hellenistic times women were becoming more a part of society yet still played the part of the subservient wife and mother. Women played an even greater role in Greek Art throughout Greek history by inspiring the artist. Women were depicted in statues, pottery, vases, tempera, ceramic, poetry, writing, plays and even mythology. The nude male figure was the focus of art in Greek Culture for many years, especially in the Classic Greek times. This was considered the highest of Greek beauty. Society was based around men so men often saw other men more often than women. In some cultures nudity was equated with humility, shame, or defeat. The Greeks took this image and glorified it as a work of art. The male nude became a focus of beauty and acceptance. In the beginning nude women in art were viewed differently than men. Respectable women were not
[i.e. the Furies], all these would not be holy if performed by men, but prosper in women's hands. In this way women have a rightful share in the service of the Gods." (Unknown author) From Courtesans to Cleopatra: The Portrayal of Women Inttellenistic Art and Literature. 1999. Bonafante, Larissa. "Nudity as a Costume in Classical Art." American Journal of Archeology. Pg. 93. 1989.
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