PERSPECTIVES
OF THE PAST
Women of the Ancient Aegean
Women of the Ancient Aegean
Portrayal of women in the media is a huge social issue in
our society today. The students of Art History 4409 have been studying ancient
Aegean art this semester, and they have been presented with the opportunity to
put up an exhibition highlighting some of the major themes that were discussed
in the course.
This exhibit offers a glimpse into the perceptions of
women of the ancient Aegean as people of mainland Greece, Crete and the Greek
islands portrayed them through their own artistic efforts. The female figure
was the first real figural artistic attempt that we are aware of, dating back
to the Neolithic period. The “mother goddess” figures suggest that women were
idolized and worshipped by ancient peoples for their ability to bear children,
as shown by the accentuation of their hips and breasts.
Through a number of mediums, including, drawing,
painting, sculpture, casting, fashion, photography, photo manipulation, and
others, the students of Art History 4409 have presented for you their own take
on the ancient perspectives of women in the Aegean.
The Special Reception is on May 11 is at 6:30 in the Atrium of the Design Bldg.
Have your picture taken with the 10 foot Minoan Snake Goddess and post it to our Facebook page: Perspectives of the Past: Women of the Ancient Aegean!
