CHAPTER FIVE: GODS, HEROES, AND ATHLETES
THE ART OF ANCIENT GREECE
THE ART OF ANCIENT GREECE
On the left is a Greek temple and on the right is an Egyptian temple. Identify the two structures. Compare and
contrast them in regard to their context (where are they found and what is their purpose). What would the
sculptural decoration be on each temple? Which structure do you prefer and why?
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contrast them in regard to their context (where are they found and what is their purpose). What would the
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