Prompt/Purpose

Using the skills outlined in your reading of "Studying the Humanistic Tradition"  in the Fiero preface earlier this semester and the Intro and Primer PowerPoints, apply formal text analysis to apply formal analysis to contrast the “Calf Bearer” (book 1, p. 110, fig. 5.7) with the “Good Shepherd” (book 2, p. 25, fig. 9.5).

Revised

Andrea Price

HUM 2211

Karen Scheafer

Oct. 24, 2007

"Two Worlds: Separate Pieces"

                        The “Calf-Bearer,” and “The Good Shepherd,” come from different eras and reflect their differences through the use of pose, detail and lighting.

The realistic nature of the “Calf-Bearer,” can be seen through its natural pose, use of detail and lighting. He is depicted as free standing and moving forward, detail is put into the muscles, and the arms are drawn in; there is fluidity to his motion and the calf itself has the softened detail of young animal. The artist uses a play of light and dark to help define the muscles of the abdomen and calf. These characteristics create a more realistic feel and characterize “Calf-Bearer,” as Greek.

             “The Good Shepherd,” was meant as a religious piece, influencing simplicity, this can be seen through the pose, type of detail and lighting. The statue is fully clothed and appears effeminate; his head is tilted to the side and is focused on the lamb in an adoring way. The stance of the figure is casual, but simple in its contrapposto stance. The play of light and dark helps to create a soft atmosphere customary to early Christian artwork. “The Good Shepherd” reflects its stylistic differences in realism through its pose, detail and lighting.

            Each piece is entirely unique and employs the use of pose, detail and lighting to show differences in style. “Calf-Bearer,” relies on realistic nature while the Christian influenced “The Good Shepherd,” uses simplicity to achieve elegance.

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