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From the Met: Art and Experience in Classical Greece

Classical Architecture in the Renaissance

A Look at the Concept of “Classicism”

New York, NY (ArtNet) – Art and Experience in Classical Greece, a new exhibition at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, explores the concept of “classicism” through the lens of ancient Greek art. Featuring over 500 works, the exhibition examines how classical Greek art has been interpreted and reinterpreted throughout history, from the Renaissance to the present day.

The exhibition is organized into four sections: “The Body,” “The City,” “The Gods,” and “The Afterlife.” Each section explores the ways in which classical Greek art has been used to represent and explore human experiences. In “The Body,” for example, visitors will see sculptures of athletes, dancers, and other figures that embody the ideals of physical beauty and athleticism. In “The City,” visitors will see architectural fragments and other objects that evoke the public spaces of ancient Greece, where citizens gathered for political, religious, and social occasions. In “The Gods,” visitors will see statues and other representations of the gods and goddesses of ancient Greece, who played a central role in the lives of the people.