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BCE art, especially paintings and sculptures, stands out because of the powerful stories and emotions it captures. These works often show scenes from ancient life, mythology, or religion, using simple tools and natural materials to create something deeply meaningful. The way artists were able to show emotion, strength, and beauty without modern technology is impressive and inspiring. It’s fascinating to see how much they could express through body language, facial expressions, and symbols.

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Most historians believe the woman is Lisa Gherardini, a merchant’s wife from Florence. The name Mona Lisa comes from “Monna Lisa,” meaning “Lady Lisa” in Italian.

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Birds are often seen as symbols of freedom because they can fly through the sky. A painting of a bird in flight might inspire a feeling of letting go, rising above struggles, or breaking free from limitations.

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The statue of Ka’aper, dating to around 2500 BCE, is a well-known example of Old Kingdom Egyptian sculpture from the 5th Dynasty, likely created during the reign of Pharaoh Userkaf or shortly thereafter.

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This goblet is a type of pottery vessel used for drinking, often made from clay and shaped with a narrow stem and wide bowl. What makes it unique is the decorative frieze a horizontal band of art that wraps around the goblet, filled with stylized birds.

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“Hellenistic sculpture emphasized emotional expression, movement, and realism, depicting a range of subjects from gods to everyday people.”

Read on Fiveable Library (https://library.fiveable.me/art-prehistoric-to-middle-ages/unit-10/hellenistic-sculpture-emotion-movement-realism/study-guide/2kB1Qz4Ru12CprGn)