Evaluation by Melchor Budlong

Group 2

2024-11-22 00:23:43 UTC

Relief carving and freestanding sculptures
The two main techniques used in creating Egyptian sculptures are relief carvings where the background is removed to make the figure stand out and free standing sculpture can be viewed from all sides.
One example of a freestanding sculpture is the bust of Nefiriti.
The emotionless faces and rigid poses in Egyptian statue symbolize permanence and stability

GROUP 1

2024-11-22 00:23:51 UTC

1.) Horror Vacui refers to the dislike of empty spaces which led Egyptian artists to fill walls and columns with detailed paintings and hieroglyphics.

2.) Hierarchical proportion demonstrates social hierarchy by portraying significant figures, such as the pharaoh, as larger and more prominent compared to other figures, emphasizing their importance and status.

3.) Men were typically painted with darker skin tones than women, which reflected stylistic conventions and societal roles in Egyptian art.

4.) Gods and goddesses were depicted with a combination of human and animal traits, symbolizing their divine powers. For example, the god Horus was shown with a human body and a falcon’s head.

GROUP 3

2024-11-22 00:24:59 UTC

What materials were commonly used in Egyptian architecture?
-The materials that are commonly used in Egyptian architecture are used sun-baked mud bricks and stone due to the scarcity of wood
What was the primary purpose of pyramid’s in ancient egyptian?
-The primary purpose of pyramid’s in ancient Egypt we’re created to hide their treasures and guarantee their journey to the after life.
What is the mastaba, and what was it used for?
-A mastaba is a rectangular flat-roof that has an underground chambers. It is used to store belongings if the dead.
How has the Egyptian kiosk influenced modern urban desighn?
-It inspired modern urban booths like for food, magazines, tickets, and more.