Section 4
The Archaic Period
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Delphi and Greek Treasuries
Delphi was an important cult site for Apollo and was home to many treasuries that housed the community's offerings to the god.
Temple Architecture in the Greek Archaic Period
Temples in the Archaic period were the first stone temples built in Greece. They demonstrate a developing knowledge of stone building and use of decorative spaces on buildings.
Sculpture in the Greek Archaic Period
Sculpture during the Archaic period became increasing naturalistic, although this varied depending on the gender of the subject.
Ceramics in the Greek Archaic Period
Archaic black- and red-figure painting began to depict more naturalistic bodies by conveying form and movement.