Greece Timeline

  • Period: 900 BCE to 232 BCE

    Ancient Greece

    This span of time includes the Geometric period, which includes linear patterns and abstract motif. The Orientalizing period which includes decorative motif and naturalistic animals influenced from the Ancient Near East. The Archaic Period which includes Kori sculptures and the archaic smile. The Classical Period included an idealized and natural human form, and dynamic movement.
  • Orientalizing period - Greek Pitcher (Olpe)
    800 BCE

    Orientalizing period - Greek Pitcher (Olpe)

    This pitcher is made of clay and used to pour wine. It was fired three times to get the blackened color and it will be chipped away to create the figures. This is from the Orientalizing period because it has mythical creature and ancient near east influence.
  • Geometric Period: Dipylon Krater
    735 BCE

    Geometric Period: Dipylon Krater

    Dipylon Krater is a vessel made of terracotta. It was found at Dipylon cemetery and was used as a burial marker. On the top half you can see the deceased and household members around them as well as the burial shroud. The bottom half shows a military scene that the deceased was involved in. This is from the Geometric period because it is lined with linear patterns and is a vessel.
  • Archaic Period - Berlin Kore Holding a Pomegranate
    580 BCE

    Archaic Period - Berlin Kore Holding a Pomegranate

    This Kore is a statue of Persephone, goddess of spring and the underworld. It is made of marble and found in a cemetery at Keratea. This is from the Archaic Period because of the archaic smile and because it is a statue.
  • Early Classical Period - Myron Discus Thrower
    256 BCE

    Early Classical Period - Myron Discus Thrower