Greek Sculpture

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This paper will explore the innovations and aesthetics of Greek sculpture of the fourth century B.C.E.. Beginning with a discussion of the styles of Greek sculpture in the preceding century, the radical changes that were introduced into artistic design by artists of the fourth century B.C.E. will be outlined. Particular attention will be paid to two of this century's greatest artists: Praxiteles and Lysippos. Their influence upon both contemporary and later sculpture will be discussed through an analysis of later Roman copies.

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