period/era
ancient painting
1. pre historic
2.egyptian
characteristics
1.
2.
functions
1.
2.
classical paintings
1.greek
2. roman
characteristics
1.
2.
functions
1.
2.
medieval paintings
1. byzantine
2. Romanesque
3. gothic
characteristics
1.
2.
functions
1.
2.
Answer (1)
Answer::Ancient Paintings1. Prehistoric * Characteristics: Naturalistic animal depictions, use of natural pigments, found in caves. * Functions: Ritualistic (successful hunts), record-keeping, storytelling.2. Egyptian * Characteristics: Stylized figures (composite view), hierarchical scale, symbolic colors, arranged in registers. * Functions: Funerary (aid in afterlife), communicate religious beliefs, record history.Classical Paintings1. Greek * Characteristics: Focus on ideal human form (from vase painting), mythological/daily life themes, development of foreshortening (known through copies). * Functions: Decorative (vases), narrative, public/private adornment.2. Roman * Characteristics: Heavily influenced by Greek art, illusionistic techniques (depth/perspective), diverse themes (myths, portraits, landscapes). * Functions: Decorate homes/public buildings, reflect status, commemorate individuals.Medieval Paintings1. Byzantine * Characteristics: Highly spiritual/symbolic, elongated rigid figures, gold backgrounds, flat forms. * Functions: Aid worship, communicate religious doctrine, icons as intermediaries.2. Romanesque * Characteristics: Strong outlines, vibrant colors, monumental figures, lack of naturalism, in churches/manuscripts. * Functions: Visual sermons, didactic tools, preserve religious texts.3. Gothic * Characteristics: Increased naturalism/emotion, slender figures, detailed drapery, prominent stained glass. * Functions: Decorate cathedrals, communicate religious stories, prayer/religious texts in manuscripts.
