Greek free-standing sculpture notes

A Level Classical Civilisation – Free-Standing Sculpture Full Notes (OCR Art & Architecture Module)

This expertly written, 7,000+ word study guide provides comprehensive and highly technical notes for the Free-Standing Sculpture section of the OCR A Level Classical Civilisation Art and Architecture module. Designed for both students and teachers, these notes offer a detailed, chronological overview of all key sculptures, complete with scholarly commentary and critical analysis.

Sculptures Covered (Chronological Order):

• Archaic Period:
  New York Kouros, Sounion Kouros, Kleobis and Biton, Anavysos Kouros, Aristodikos Kouros, Nikandre Kore, Berlin Standing Goddess, Peplos Kore, Kore 675, Piraeus Apollo

• Early Classical to Late Classical:
  Kritios Boy, Blond Boy, Delphic Charioteer, Artemision Zeus, Diskobolus, Riace Warriors, Doryphoros, Diadoumenos, Hestia Giustiniani, Karyatid from the Erechtheion

• 4th Century & Hellenistic Works:
  Aphrodite from the Agora, Nike Adjusting Her Sandal, Winged Victory (Nike), Eirene and Ploutos, Hermes and Dionysus, Aphrodite of Knidos, Apoxymenos, Raging Maenad

What makes this resource stand out:

• Organised chronologically for easy understanding of stylistic development
• In-depth discussion of composition, characterisation, and context
• Includes critical quotations from respected scholars and key academic sources
• Essential commentary on what examiners are looking for in top-grade responses
• Tailored to meet the requirements of the OCR A Level Classical Civilisation specification

Whether you’re revising for exams, planning lessons, or aiming to boost your subject knowledge, these notes provide an excellent foundation for mastering Greek free-standing sculpture.

Ideal For:

• A Level students preparing for the Art and Architecture exam (OCR)
• Teachers looking for high-quality, ready-made lesson content or handouts
• Students aiming for A/A* essays through the use of critical theory and detailed analysis

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