10 Interesting Fact About The History and Art of Sculpture

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• The history of statues can be seen since ancient Egypt, where statues were engraved from stone and wood.
• The statues of ancient Egypt were made to worship the gods and respect the kings.
• Ancient Greek statues are known for the fineness and perfection of forms, and they often describe Greek gods and goddesses.
• The 15th century is the time when the Renaissance statues appear. These statues combine the attributes of realism and idealization.
• The 17th century is the time when the Baroque statue grows. These statues use color contrast and texture to create dramatic effects.
• The 18th century is the time when a neoclassical statue appears. These statues use more realistic forms and use academic elements.
• The 19th century is the time when the statues of romanticism develop. These statues use abstract forms and explore emotions.
• The 20th century is the time when modern statues appear. These statues incorporate constructive and estate elements.
• Modern statues also use new media and technologies to create unique forms.
• Digital statues are statues made using computers and 3D software.