Module #1 Introduction to Greek and Roman Sculpture Overview of the course, significance of sculpture in classical antiquity, and key concepts
Module #2 Early Greek Sculpture (c. 800 - 500 BCE) Exploring the earliest Greek sculptures, including the Daedalic and Archaic styles
Module #3 The Development of Classical Greek Sculpture (c. 500 - 400 BCE) The emergence of Classical Greek sculpture, including the works of Myron and Pythagoras
Module #4 Phidias and the High Classical Period (c. 450 - 420 BCE) The innovative and iconic works of Phidias, including the Parthenon sculptures
Module #5 The Later Classical Period (c. 420 - 350 BCE) The works of sculptors such as Praxiteles, Scopas, and Timotheus
Module #6 Hellenistic Sculpture (c. 350 - 100 BCE) The dramatic and emotive works of the Hellenistic period, including Laocoön and the Farnese Hercules
Module #7 Greek Sculptural Techniques and Materials Exploring the techniques and materials used by ancient Greek sculptors, including bronze casting and marble carving
Module #8 Roman Sculpture:Early Influences and Adaptations The early development of Roman sculpture, including the influence of Greek styles and techniques
Module #9 Roman Imperial Sculpture (c. 27 BCE - 284 CE) The grand and monumental works of the Roman Imperial period, including imperial portraits and reliefs
Module #10 Roman Funerary and Memorial Sculpture Exploring the diverse and often emotional sculptures found on Roman tombs and memorials
Module #11 Roman Decorative Sculpture and Architecture The ornate and intricate sculptures found on Roman buildings and monuments
Module #12 The Art of Roman Portraiture The development and significance of Roman portraiture, including imperial and private portraits
Module #13 Roman Copies and Pastiches of Greek Sculpture The practice of copying and adapting Greek sculptures in Roman art
Module #14 Roman Sculpture and Architecture in the Provinces The spread of Roman sculpture and architecture across the empire, including regional variations and influences
Module #15 Late Roman Sculpture (c. 284 - 500 CE) The stylistic and thematic developments of Late Roman sculpture, including the impact of Christianity
Module #16 The Legacy of Greek and Roman Sculpture The lasting impact of classical sculpture on Western art, from the Renaissance to modern times
Module #17 Conservation and Restoration of Ancient Sculptures The challenges and ethics of preserving and restoring ancient sculptures for future generations
Module #18 Sculpture in Context:Understanding Ancient Greek and Roman Society Exploring the social, cultural, and political contexts in which Greek and Roman sculpture emerged and functioned
Module #19 Narrative and Symbolism in Greek and Roman Sculpture Unpacking the narratives, myths, and symbols used in ancient Greek and Roman sculpture
Module #20 The Role of Sculpture in Ancient Greek and Roman Rituals and Ceremonies The significance of sculpture in ancient religious and civic practices
Module #21 Women in Greek and Roman Sculpture The representation and role of women in ancient Greek and Roman sculpture
Module #22 The Story of Greek and Roman Sculpture:Primary Sources and Ancient Texts Examining the written records and primary sources that help us understand ancient Greek and Roman sculpture
Module #23 Scientific Analysis and Digital Reconstruction of Ancient Sculptures The use of cutting-edge technologies to analyze and recreate ancient sculptures
Module #24 The Market and Economy of Ancient Greek and Roman Sculpture The commerce, trade, and patronage that fueled the production and dissemination of ancient sculptures
Module #25 Sculpture and Power:The Intersection of Art and Politics in Ancient Greece and Rome The ways in which sculpture was used to exercise power, influence, and control in ancient Greece and Rome
Module #26 The Fragmentation and Rediscovery of Greek and Roman Sculpture The stories of how ancient sculptures were lost, found, and reinterpreted over the centuries
Module #27 Greek and Roman Sculpture in Museums and Collections The role of museums and collections in preserving and showcasing ancient Greek and Roman sculpture
Module #28 Contemporary Responses to Greek and Roman Sculpture Modern and contemporary artistic responses to ancient Greek and Roman sculpture
Module #29 Debates and Controversies in Greek and Roman Sculptural Studies Exploring the ongoing debates and controversies in the field of Greek and Roman sculpture
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Greek and Roman Sculptural Traditions career
