Distorted Ideals in Greek Vase-Painting : The World of Mythological Burlesque
by
David Walsh
Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
1107669650
ISBN-13
9781107669659
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Imprint
Cambridge University Press
Country of Manufacture
US
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Jun 16th, 2014
Print length
445 Pages
Weight
1,020 grams
Dimensions
24.90 x 16.10 x 2.60 cms
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This book examines Greek vase-paintings that depict humorous, burlesque, and irreverent images of Greek mythology and the gods. When placed against the background of the religious beliefs and social frameworks from which they spring, these images allow us to explore questions relating to their meaning in particular communities.
This book examines Greek vase-paintings that depict humorous, burlesque, and irreverent images of Greek mythology and the gods. Many of the images present the gods and heroes as ridiculous and ugly. While the narrative content of some images may appear to be trivial, others address issues that are deeply serious. When placed against the background of the religious beliefs and social frameworks from which they spring, these images allow us to explore questions relating to their meaning in particular communities. Throughout, we see indications that Greek vase-painters developed their own comedic narratives and visual jokes. The images enhance our understanding of Greek society in just the same way as their more sober siblings in ''serious'' art.
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