Greek sculpture reached its peak in the 5th century BC
Greek sculpture reached its peak in the 5th century BC, standing out in statues and bas-reliefs that portrayed gods, military leaders, politicians, heroes and athletes. These sculptures represented the ideal of human beauty, characterized by naturalism, anatomical perfection, serenity, harmony of forms and a sense of movement. Phidias, Polycletus and Myron were the main sculptors of this period, and their works often complemented architecture, decorating pediments and friezes of theaters, public buildings and temples.
As for Greek painting, it practically disappeared, being preserved only in ceramics, in dishes and vessels used to store wine or olive oil. Main themes included scenes from everyday life, myths of gods and heroes, and sporting competitions. The figures were painted in black on a red background, or vice versa, using the clay itself as a canvas... Did you know?