Much of what we know about ancient cultures comes from knowledge gained through studying the art of
ancient civilizations, including paintings, sculpture, literature, theater, and architecture. In a 3-4 page paper
analyze how art allows us to have an enriched understanding of ancient cultures.
Instructions:
Pick three of the following eras:
Mesopotamia or Egypt
Minoan or Mycenaean Greece
Classical Greece
Rome
Identify 2-4 works of art from each of the selected eras and examine how that work allows us to better
understand the identified civilization.
Example: Both cave paintings and stone tools allow us to understand the neolithic era. Cave paintings were a
primitive artistic medium used by neolithic man to record important events. By examining these important
historical art works we can understand that neolithic culture…
Write approximately a page for each era. Format your responses as a single cohesive paper with an
introduction that introduces the importance of art for understanding the past as well as identifying the three
selected eras, and a conclusion that satisfactorily analyzes the importance of studying art as a means for
understanding the past
Format your paper according to MLA or APA guidelines, including appropriate headings that differentiate
between the three sections of your paper.
Include at least two sources in addition to the textbook.
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