Contrapposto

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by Smarthistory
published on 14 January 2015

A brief explanation of the term "contrapposto" comparing two ancient Greek sculptures: the New York Kouros and a copy Doryphoros (or Spear Bearer) by Polykleitos.

Speakers: Dr. Steven Zucker and Dr. Beth Harris

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Smarthistory. (2015, January 14). Contrapposto. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/video/546/contrapposto/

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Smarthistory. "Contrapposto." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified January 14, 2015. https://www.worldhistory.org/video/546/contrapposto/.

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Smarthistory. "Contrapposto." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 14 Jan 2015. Web. 26 Jul 2024.

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