Asked by Graham Spider on Jun 16, 2024

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What technique was used to create the Charioteer of Delphi ?

A) Subtractive relief carving
B) Lost-wax method of bronze casting
C) Lost-wax method of gold working
D) Encaustic technique

Lost-Wax Method

A sculpture technique in which a duplicate metal sculpture is cast from an original sculpture using a wax model which is melted away or "lost" in the process.

Charioteer of Delphi

A famous ancient Greek bronze sculpture from the early classical period, depicting a charioteer, originally part of a larger group including horses and a chariot.

Bronze Casting

A process used in sculpture making where molten bronze is poured into a mold and allowed to harden into shapes, often used for creating detailed and durable artworks.

  • Detail the procedures involved in Greek sculpture and the art of vase painting.
  • Name and recognize important Greek sculptures, sculptures' techniques, and the artists associated with them.
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Zybrea KnightJun 21, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The Charioteer of Delphi was created using the lost-wax method of bronze casting, a technique where a model is made in wax, then covered in clay. When the clay hardens, the wax is melted out and molten bronze is poured into the space left behind.