A Level Greek Art - Classicalia

Complete A Level Course

Course Progress

20 of 20 lessons available - All topics complete

Topic 1

Introduction to Greek Art

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Greek art in context - historical overview

The development of naturalism

Materials and techniques

Art and religion - gods, heroes and mortals

Patronage and the role of the artist

Topic 2

Freestanding Sculpture

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Archaic kouroi and korai

Early Classical - the Severe Style

High Classical sculpture - Polykleitos

Late Classical sculpture - Praxiteles

Hellenistic sculpture - emotion and drama

Topic 3

Architectural Sculpture

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Temple architecture and sculptural decoration

The Parthenon pediments

The Ionic Friezes

Pediments: Corcyra, Aigina, Olympia

Topic 4

Vase Painting

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Introduction to Vase Painting

Black-figure technique - Exekias

Red-figure pioneers - Euphronios

Classical Vase Painting

The Pan Painter and Amasis Painter

Essay Writing Guides

Master the art of Classical Civilisation essays

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10-Mark Essays

Visual analysis with close reference to prescribed sources

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20-Mark Essays

Comparative analysis with multiple examples

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30

30-Mark Essays

Extended essays with comprehensive evaluation

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