Asked by Megan Vazquez on Sep 27, 2024
What is the significance of the polished diorite used for many sculpted portraits of Gudea?
A) The stone symbolizes death.
B) The stone symbolizes military victory
C) The stone is easily shaped and carved.
D) The material was costly to acquire.
Polished Diorite
A dense, coarse-grained igneous rock that, when polished, is used for decorative purposes in architecture and sculpture.
Gudea
A ruler of the state of Lagash in ancient Mesopotamia, known for his piety and the numerous statues that depict him in a pose of worship.
Sculpted Portraits
Three-dimensional representations of individuals, often commissioned to capture the likeness, personality, or status of the subject.
- Pinpoint the resources and techniques involved in the creation of ancient Near Eastern art and their allegorical values.
Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint the resources and techniques involved in the creation of ancient Near Eastern art and their allegorical values.