Discover a definitive history of Greek sculpture from its earliest roots to the Hellenistic era, written by a respected scholar.
This volume surveys Greek sculpture with careful analysis of style, technique, and the changing aims of sculptors across centuries. Drawing on a wealth of surviving works, it explores how masters such as Polykleitos, Praxiteles, and Pheidias shaped the art, and how later copyists and reinterpretations spread their influence. Rich illustrations illuminate major figures, groups, and monuments, while the text situates works within the broader story of Greek culture, rivalry, and innovation.
- Clear, period-by-period narrative from the Mycenaean era through the Hellenistic age
- Close discussion of famous sculptures and their masters, from Doryphoros to Aphrodite of Knidos
- Insights into how style, technique, and public commissions shaped sculpture
- Extensive illustration-driven context, including major monuments and relief programs
Ideal for students, collectors, and readers who want a solid, informed overview of Greek sculpture and its lasting influence.