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In the second quarter of the fifth century B.C., following the defeat of the Persian invasion, Greek painters and sculptors began to abandon long held conventions of depicting human and mythological figures to develop more naturalistic modes of representation. The development of this Early Classical style is particularly evident in Athenian red-figure vase-painting, including important works in the Ancient Art collections of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.
This program is made possible by a generous donation from the Elios Charitable Foundation. Attic Afternoon: Athenian Vase-Painting after the Persian Wars is Part III of The Eye of the Painter: Ancient Greek Pottery series.
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Programs are varied and include such activities as lectures by noted archaeologists, museum curators, and ancient art historians; exclusive tours of the Museum’s permanent collection and special exhibitions; fund-raising events; and travel programs to ancient sites and other museums. Members also receive invitations from related organizations to attend lectures ad exhibition openings. Your annual membership dues and contributions will assist in furthering the Ancient Art collection at the Fine Arts Museums.
PROGRAM
October 23, 2010 at 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Attic Afternoon: Athenian Vase-Painting after the Persian Wars
Florence Gould Theater, Legion of Honor
Presented by Dr. J. Michael Padgett Curator of Ancient Art, Princeton University Art Museum
Admission:
The lecture is free to the public; suggested donation of $5 is welcome
