Sculptures
Many sculptures from ancient civilizations were made in honor of the Gods, or for the Gods that particular civilization worshiped. The Sumerian gods were primarily deification's of nature. Anu was the god of the sky, Nannu god of the moon, and Abu god of vegetation. These statues to the right are Statues from the Abu temple, these were fashioned as stand-ins or donor-worshipers that would continue to offer prayers to a specific deity, in ones absence. They range in height from 12 to over 30 inches. They are carved from gypsum with alert inlaid eyes of shell and black limestone. Men and women can be distinguished by the way look. Men have long stylized beards and hair, and wear knee length skirts. Women wear dresses with one shoulder bare and the other draped with a shawl. These sculptures are made of gypsum. The Sumerians usually worked in clay. The Sumerians were able to create monumental structures.
Egyptian sculptures were more based on the human figure. Focusing more on the head, pelvis, and legs. The figures tend to be flat. Color was applied at times but was not widely used due to lack of materials. Many of the old techniques of the Egyptians for making sculptures were used throughout the history of egypt.
Source:
Fichner-Rathus, Lois. "The Art of the Ancients." Understanding Arts. 9th ed. Boston, Ma: Wadsworth, Cengage Learning, 2010. 273-295. Print.
Jada Black
Fichner-Rathus, Lois. "The Art of the Ancients." Understanding Arts. 9th ed. Boston, Ma: Wadsworth, Cengage Learning, 2010. 273-295. Print.
Jada Black