David
The Statue of Liberty's full name is "Liberty Enlightening the World." This name reflects the statue's purpose as a symbol of freedom and democracy, welcoming immigrants and visitors to the United States. Designed by French sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi and gifted to the U.S. from France, it was dedicated on October 28, 1886.
The Venus de Milo, an ancient Greek statue, is believed to have been created around 150 to 125 BCE. Its sculptor is often thought to be Alexandros of Antioch, though the exact identity remains uncertain. The statue was discovered in 1820 on the island of Melos in Greece and is now housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris.
The statue of David.
Michelangelo's mighty statue was David, a 16ft and 10 inch marble statue (including base) of David before his battle with the giant goliath.
The Greek sculptor Polykleito's statue, The Spear Bearer, emphasizes the theory of the ideal mathematical proportions of the human body. Polykleito is considered one of the most important sculptors of Classical antiquity.
The Greek sculptor Polykleito's statue, The Spear Bearer, emphasizes the theory of the ideal mathematical proportions of the human body. Polykleito is considered one of the most important sculptors of Classical antiquity.
The Greek sculptor Polykleito's statue, The Spear Bearer, emphasizes the theory of the ideal mathematical proportions of the human body. Polykleito is considered one of the most important sculptors of Classical antiquity.
Statue is to sculptor as opera is to composer
Polykleitos's statue, known as the "Spear Bearer" (Doryphoros), emphasizes the ideals of symmetry, proportion, and the portrayal of the perfect male form in ancient Greek sculpture. It exemplifies the Classical principles of aesthetics through its balanced contrapposto stance and meticulous attention to anatomical detail. The statue embodies the concept of "arete," or excellence, showcasing the harmony between physical beauty and moral virtue. Polykleitos's work serves as a benchmark for subsequent representations of the human body in art.
The bronze statue known as Doryphoros (Spear Bearer) was cast by the ancient Greek sculptor Polykleitos around the 5th century BCE. Polykleitos created this work as part of his exploration of ideal human proportions, encapsulated in his theoretical treatise known as the "Kanons." The statue exemplifies the classical ideals of beauty and harmony in the human form and had a significant influence on later art and sculpture.
William Ludwig is the sculptor. The statue was completed in 1996.
Sculptor
The Greek sculptor Polykleito's statue, The Spear Bearer, emphasizes the theory of the ideal mathematical proportions of the human body. Polykleito is considered one of the most important sculptors of Classical antiquity.
Daniel Chester French designed the statue and the Piccirilli Brothers sculpted the final product with refinements added by French.
The sculptor was named Pygmalion.
The statue was made by Michelangelo.