Question

Alexandros APHRODITE OF MELOS Make specific comparisons between the Greek statue and a contemporary idealization of female beauty to make your points.

Answer 1

Comparison of Greek Statue and Contemporary idealization of female beauty are as follows:

Similarity: There is single ideal of flawlessness. The symmetry, proportion, and harmony found in the Aphrodite of Milos without arms have been significant elements in the determination of beauty.

Differences:

Aphrodite of Milos is considered a Greek Statue of a goddess of exceptional beauty and one of the most beautiful interpretations of the goddess. Aphrodite statue depicted the Greek myth of “The Judgment of Paris” and Aphodite is holding an apple in one hand. Aphrodite is considered to have bribed – Helen, considered the most beautiful woman on Earth and won. The statue is thought to depict Aphrodite admiring her prize.

It also aspired 19th and 20th century western females to aspire to an unrealistic ideal of beauty. This propelled the modern cult of beauty. High value were put on physical appearance. Beauty pageants in particular propel the convention of judgement based on appearance.