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Hellenistic Art, 2002.
An insight into Hellenistic Art and its influences.
810 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 41.95
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This paper discusses how Hellenistic Art was primarily influenced by Alexander the Great?s conquests, which introduced the culture, arts and philosophies of foreign lands into the Greek milieu and how it mirrored Alexander?s pride, his vision and his stature. It looks at how the term ?Hellenistic? describes the arts that fuse the Greek with Asian traditions and reflects a shift in Greek consciousness away from the pantheon of gods toward a private, wealthy sector of art collectors. It evaluates how while the Classical arts of Ancient Greece adorned temples, Hellenistic art decorated the palaces of kings and of the private houses of wealthy connoisseurs.
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"New dynastic centers like those at Pergamum and Alexandria promoted large-scale palace architecture influenced by Oriental styles and scale. New royal patronage for the arts differed from that of Classical Greece city-state patronage. Instead of the anonymous, religious statues like that on the Athenian Parthenon, statues honored war victories, new syncretic deities, and portraiture of royal families. The faces and figures of gods and goddesses changed, influenced by the religious traditions of Egypt, the Far East and the Middle East. In short, Greece was less important to Greek art. The Classical period climaxed and left a legacy as grand of that of the Athenian Parthenon. Towns were already established, their architecture preserved."
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Hellenistic Art, 2002.
The emergence of Hellenistic art.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, AU$ 51.95
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This paper is on the "Emergence of Hellenistic art". It includes a brief detail of the Hellenistic period and the Hellenistic art.
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Hellenistic Society: A Foundation for the World, 2005.
This paper discusses the Hellenistic society and looks at how this society became a foundation for the world.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 77.95
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This report focuses on the historical significance of the Hellenistic society, and its impact on the world. Matters discussed in this article are the concepts of the Hellenistic Kings; the social order prior to the rule of Alexander the Great; the successful conquests of Alexander; the reign of his successors; the differences in the social order of the polis and the emerging Hellenistic society. Further, the writer looks at the significant alterations made in politics, religion, art, architecture, and philosophy of the time.
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"The Hellenistic Period, although a time of great unrest and turmoil in history, laid the framework for modern societies throughout the world. Overcoming struggles of power, kingdoms won and lost, shifts in governmental structure, and changes in social order, the people of the Hellenistic Period created an epic past that we can build upon in expanding the cultures of our contemporary planet. "Hellene", the word for the Greeks, is the core of the term "Hellenistic". The Hellenistic Period was considered the age of the Greeks, and it was a time in which the Greek culture impacted the world through politics, literature, art, philosophy, drama, and religion."
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Women in Hellenistic Sculpture, 2005.
This paper discusses the representation of women in Hellenistic sculpture.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 10 sources, AU$ 130.95
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This paper looks at the Hellenistic period that covers some 300 years, from 323 B.C. to 31 B.C. The writer discusses the great political changes of the Hellenistic regime during this period. In this article, the writer studies the portrayal of women at this time in Hellenistic sculpture.
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"The Hellenistic period covers some 300 years, from 323 B.C. to 31 B.C. The beginning of the era was marked by the death of Alexander the Great, and the end came with the Roman conquest of the Hellenistic regime. There were massive political changes during this time period, as the self-contained city-states suddenly gave way to the much more loosely organized domains of the Hellenistic kings. In addition, Greek cities were now founded far to the East of the previous boundaries of Hellenism."
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The Hellenistic Era, 2008.
An analysis of philosophical and religious syncretism in the Hellenistic Era.
1,334 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 65.95
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This paper examines the syncretistic or homogeneous tenets of Hellenistic religion and philosophy. It looks at how the military expansionism of Alexander the Great's Macedonian armies helped to bring about a greater knowledge of differing belief systems, which allowed greater syncretism between philosophy and religion. It also discusses how, due to the elitist and often exclusionary principles of extremist religious (Pharisees) and philosophical tenets (Aristotle and Plato), the creation of Stoicism and Epicureanism helped unify the divide between these two factions.
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"The greater part of the Hellenistic era is derivative from the invasions of Alexander the Great (356-323 BCE) form his native Macedonia. From about 336 BCE, Alexander the Great had conquered much of the Mediterranean and had a massive influence over the way that people thought about religion and about philosophy. Although Alexander was essentially a Macedonian he was far different from the mainland Greeks in his tolerance for other religious ideals. In many ways, he was able to integrate both aspects of religion and philosophy into a more unified system. "
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Alexander the Great: Cultivator of the Hellenistic Civilization, 2002.
Examines this leader's dedication to the cultivation of Hellenistic culture.
819 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 43.95
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In the history of human civilization, no one has attained greater popularity in the realm of conquest of great human civilizations in the world than Alexander the Great. This great leader, general and conqueror of early Western and Eastern civilizations in the world is renowned for his extraordinary ability to conquer and administer numerous cities and kingdoms. He is also regarded as the Great Emperor of human civilization during his time because of his ability to lead his military troops and maintain order and stability in his land despite various revolts and antagonism about his conquests, leadership abilities and decisions as a ruler. This paper presents a general biography of the life of Alexander the Great as the great leader of human civilization. However, the focus of this paper shows Alexander the Great not only as the conqueror of Western and Eastern kingdoms, but also as an individual dedicated to the cultivation of Hellenistic Civilization, which was the prevailing culture and society in his kingdoms during his time of reign.
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"Aside from his title as King of Macedonia, he was also given the title of being the Emperor of Persia, and the son of Amon-Ra, the Sun god of the Egyptian mythology. Although he acquired numerous titles under these different cultures, Alexander the Great remained faithful to the cultivation of the Hellenistic Civilization that started during the reign of his father, King Phillip II. During his reign, Alexander the Great contributed significantly to the Hellenistic Civilization through the cultivation of Greek culture, society, and politics. In Greek politics, the conquests that Alexander conducted, his method of conquering kingdoms and vast lands, as well as his leadership skills, had been the model of what politics is like during the Hellenistic civilization. The conceptualization and emergence of the great and central city of Alexandria is a perfect example of the society and culture that Alexander the Great cultivated during his reign as Emperor of these conquered kingdoms."
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Rome and Hellenistic Civilization, 2008.
This paper argues that Rome was the heir of Hellenistic civilization.
1,780 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 84.95
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The paper maintains that Roman civilization was a true heir to Hellenistic civilization since it was based on a Roman cultural base that grew and changed by adding elements from other conquered cultures. The paper explains that, although Roman civilization used many Greek elements, it combined them in a uniquely Roman way. The paper therefore shows how Roman culture was not just a pale imitation of the Greek culture.
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"To begin this argument it is necessary to define a Hellenistic civilization. In The Western Humanities Roy T. Matthews and Dewitt Platt argue that Hellenistic relates to, "...the time period from about 323 to 31 B.C., when Greek and oriental or Middle Eastern cultures and institutions intermingled to create a heterogeneous and cosmopolitan civilization.""
"This definition would seem to indicate that Rome was not a
Hellenistic civilization because it does not fit the time frame. However, Rome was located in the right geographic area and due to its expansion and absorption of conquered peoples had a heterogeneous and cosmopolitan civilization. This would seem to indicate that Rome was an heir to Hellenistic civilization even though it does not fit into the definition of Matthews and Platt."
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Hellenistic Judaism, 2004.
An examination of the impact that Greek rule had on Judaism by examining the writings of Aristobolus and Philo.
1,719 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 81.95
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This paper looks at the influence that Hellenistic rule had on Judaism of the time. It explains how the Jews compromised by altering enough to blend in, but did not completely lose their roots and heritage. It focuses on the writings of Aristobolus and Philo, two Hellenistic Jewish philosophers who provided a rich source of information for understanding Jewish life during this period.
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"During the 5th century B.C., several lands including that of the Hebrew people came under Greek rule due to Alexander the Great's conquests. Previously, the Babylonians had conquered the Hebrews? kingdom, destroying the capital city, Jerusalem, along with their religious center, Solomon?s Temple. The Babylonians also exiled most of the Hebrew people from their homeland. However, when the Persians later conquered Babylon, the Hebrews were allowed to return to Jerusalem and rebuild their Temple. When the armies of Alexander the Great in turn defeated the Persians, the Hebrews were allowed to return, and Jerusalem and their homeland came under Greek rule. Hebrew literature written under Greek rule during this time period is therefore called Second-Temple literature, since the Babylonians destroyed the first Temple."
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Hellenistic Theater, 2003.
Examines characteristics and historical context.
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Discusses both the physical plant and the plays, how the playwrights and poets of the time functioned in the theater, how the Hellenistic model influenced modern theater, and differences.
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"This research examines the characteristics of Hellenistic theatre, including both the physical plant and the plays that appeared during the period. The research will examine the historical context in which Hellenistic theatre flourished and then discuss ..."
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Ptolemaic Egypt/Hellenistic European Period, 2002.
Discussion of the the rise and fall of Ptolemaic Egypt.
4,215 words (approx. 16.9 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 164.95
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This paper takes a chronological look at the Hellenistic kingdom of Ptolemaic Egypt from its founding to its eventual end and integration into the Roman Empire under Caesar. It also looks at the succession of Ptolemaic rulers, the Ptolemy governments, and the infrastructure and economy established under these rulers. Included are descriptions of the significant aspects of the culture and religion of that era. The paper also covers the fall of the Ptolemaic empire and the events and characters in history that contributed to the fall.
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"After entering Egypt with no resistance, Alexander the Great stayed in Egypt about six months. (Platt and Ashwani 1985) From there he marched east into Asia and onto the plains of Indus, (modern day India). Before departing for points east Alexander appointed a nobleman from Macedonia satrap, (governor), of Egypt. His name was Ptolemy. In 306 B.C. having been part of ongoing civil wars with the other generals from Alexander?s campaigns, Ptolemy declared himself king, and later god-king, of Egypt. Thus began the Hellenistic kingdom of Ptolemaic Egypt."
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Art Museum, 2007.
A discussion about various mediums of artwork, their history and where they can be found today.
2,818 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 11 sources, MLA, AU$ 122.95
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This paper describes many pieces of art that were selected because of unique aspects they brought to the world of art. The paper discusses the history of each piece of art and where it can be found today. It concludes by discussing why each piece was chosen for this paper and looks briefly into cross-cultural currents and trans-historical connections.
Table of Contents:
Classical Greek
Hellenistic Art
Etruscan Civilization Art
Republican Rome
Roman Empire
Islamic Civilization Art
Early Chinese
Japanese Civilizations
Gothic
Late Middle Ages
Baroque
Summary
Cultural Cross-currents
Trans-historical Connections
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"Each piece in the museum collection was selected because of unique aspects it brought to the world of art. The Aphrodite of Arles, the first piece in the museum, had a dramatic and lasting impact on Western Art. It was the first depiction of a nude female sculpture and set the standard of the female nude in Western Art. The Aphrodite of Arles paved the way for the second piece in the collection, the Aphrodite of Melos. The Aphrodite of Melos is probably the most famous piece in the collection. She was chosen for her beauty. The Aphrodite of Melos may be the best example of Hellenistic sculpture, or possibly the best example of any classical art form. However, the Aphrodite of Melos was also chosen because of the power of propaganda; her enduring popularity owes as much to an intense French publicity campaign as to her true artistic merit. I chose the Cenatur from Vulci, Nenfro, because of its contrast with the two other Greco-Roman sculptures in the collection. Not only is the Cenatur male, he is also made of stone. The coarseness of his material increases the contrast between the Cenatur and the smoothness of the marble Aphrodite sculptures."
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Greek Art, 2002.
An analysis of the ancient era of Greek art, focusing on sculptures and paintings.
878 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 46.95
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This paper briefly examines the history of ancient Greek art. It focuses on several periods - Archaic Period, Early Classical Period, Golden Age, Late Classical Period and Hellenistic Period. Different types of art forms are discussed and examined how they developed during these periods. The influence of other cultures on Greek art is also analyzed, namely Middle Eastern and Egyptian.
Outline
I. Introduction
A. History
B. Cultural influence
II. Archaic Period (600-480 B.C.)
A. Egyptian influence
B. Middle Eastern influence
III. Early Classical Period (480-450 B.C.)
A. New humanism led to balanced human form
B. Marble and bronze figurines
IV. Golden Age (450-400 B.C.)
A. Temples of the Athenian acropolis
B. Parthenon sculptures
V. Late Classical Period (400-300 B.C.
A. Expression of emotion
B. Individualization and three-dimensional movement
VI. Hellenistic Period (323-31 B.C.)
A. Nike and Aphrodite
B. Terra-cotta figurines
VII. Conclusion
A. Importance of masterpiece copies
B. Influence of Greek culture
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"The earlier great cultures of Egypt and the Near East were making art long before the Greeks and much of the early Greek art looks Egyptian, with its stiff and profiled poses and boxy geometric designs. Moreover, the Greeks borrowed the ideas, motifs, conventions, and skills from these earlier civilizations (Tansy 1996). However, it was the Greeks who made the leap into naturalism and in their representations of the human body created an ideal of perfectly balanced proportions that has never been improved upon. Although, we often speak of Greek and Roman in the same breath, the greatest accomplishments of Greek art were five centuries old by the time the Romans began to copy them. "
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Greek Idealistic Vision of Art, 2003.
Presents an overview of three periods of Greek art.
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Discusses the Geometric period, the Early Classical period, and the Hellenistic period in relation to Greek art. The paper looks at art based on the idea of changeless absolutes and ideals and the "Geometric Krater" as an example of the style of the Geometric period.
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"The artworks of a given era reflect the formalist, social, and economic realities of the period, exemplifying the prevailing artistic styles and the social and economic structures which influence the arts. Artworks from three periods of Greek art- ..."
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Greek Art and Architecture, 2002.
Discusses the changes which took place in funerary art and architecture of the ancient Greeks.
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In funerary art, the Greeks from the Geometric period in the 8th century through Hellenistic times seem to go from the heroic and noble to the sentimental and mawkish. Is funerary art a clue to the emotional development of a people?
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Philosophical Education, the Scholastic School, and Kant, 2005.
A comparison of the Hellenistic practice of philosophical education, the Scholastic School, and Kant's "The Conflict of the Faculties".
4,354 words (approx. 17.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 167.95
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This paper compares the different teaching methods espoused during the Hellenistic period, the Scholastic period, and in Kant's work, "The Conflict of the Faculties". The paper explains the approach to teaching expressed by each period and in Kant's concept of teaching and looks at the weaknesses and strengths of each approach. The paper concludes that the Hellenistic model is still a viable model because of its focus on eliciting truth through a logical, rigorous process and by inviting transformation within the individual and society.
The Hellenistic Period: The Importance of Argument and Rhetoric
The Various Hellenistic Schools
The Scholastic Period: A Precise Order for Text Commentary
The Importance of Curriculum during the Scholastic Period
Modes of Living: From "Nature" to the Intellect
The Importance of Transformation and the Role of Religion
Kant and the Hellenistic model
Ways in which Kant Revived the Hellenistic Model
Public Exposition
On Nature
Strengths and Weaknesses of Kant's Approach that We Have Inherited
Conclusion: Is the Hellenistic Model Still Viable?
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"The Hellenistic period was marked by intense cultural, political, religious and athletic activity that continued to flourish under the Roman Empire. Social and political reform was prevalent, and undertaken by several philosophers including the Stoics and Epicureans. The Imperial period, in contrast to the Hellenistic period, was one where freedom of opinion existed, but in a much more curtailed form. There was a return to the "sources" of philosophy (namely the dialogues of Plato and the treatises of Aristotle and Chrysippus). Freedom of thought-although encouraged-was restricted and supervised by governmental authorities."
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'The Kritios Boy', 2006.
Examines the Hellenistic sculpture known as 'The Kritios Boy.'
1,533 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 73.95
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This paper discusses a sculpture from the Hellenistic period of Greek art called the "Kritios Boy" (artist unknown), which was discovered in the late 1800s by archaeologists in the ruins of the Greek Acropolis in Athens. The paper examines how this statue represents Greek culture, especially the Hellenistic period, in a variety of ways and styles.
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"This sculpture clearly illustrates how Hellenistic culture was evolving and changing. The statue includes movement, which makes it a more natural and realistic rendition of people and life of the time. Rather than appearing stylized and even overly rigid, this figure seems as if it could easily come to life, and that represents a great change in style and purpose of Greek sculpture."
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