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Barberini Faun , Nike (Winged Victory of Samothrace),Alexander Mosaic from the House of Faun
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Barberini Faun 1. What is a satyr? Satyr in greek mythology is an animal (subhuman). 2. Why is the sculpture called the "Barberini Faun?" The sculpture is called the Barberini Faun because when he was discovered in Rome the pope officially declare the piece of art is part of the family collection. 3. What aspects of the body suggest the satyr's drunken state? The aspect of the body suggest the satyr's drunken state is in his face (tiredness). 4. Why is this work classified as a "Hellenistic" artwork? The work is classified as a Hellenistic artwork because it removes the association with the high classical period. 5. What about this work is inspired by the "Classical" period? This work is inspired by the Classical period by the treatment of the human body and attention to musculture and anatomy . Nike (Winged Victory of Samothrace) 6. How tall is the sculpture? The sculpture is 9 feet tall. 7. Where was the sculpture originally located? The sculpture was originally located at Samothrace in a temple that faces the harbor. 8. The sculpture is carved in a way to suggest she is responding to what natural force? The sculpture is carved in a way to suggest she is responding to the natural forces of the wind. The wind is pulling back her drapery that flows out behind her . Alexander Mosaic from the House of Faun 9. What is the great turning point depicted in the mosaic? The great turning point depicted in the mosaic is when the great ruler of persia turns and flees. 10. Describe the expression on Darius' face. The expression on Darius’ face is fearful as he gestures toward Alexander and pleading life for his soldiers.Also, surprise ,worry, and seeking compasion . 11. What is Alexander the Great's accomplishment?

Alexander the Great’s accomplishment is being a founder of an enormous empire by unifying greece ,moves to egypt , moves to persia, and the valley. 12. What is the mosaic image based on? The mosaic image based on an ancient greek painting . 13. Where was the mosaic originally placed? The mosaic originally placed at House of the Faun on the floor between two open courtyards. 14. Why was the mosaic preserved? The mosaic was preserved because the eruption of Mount Vesuvius under a layer of volcanic ash. 15. Why did Romans like Ancient Greek culture? The romans like Ancient Greek culture because in pompeii people wanted copies of ancient greek sculptures....