Geometric period

The Geometric period (circa 900–700 BC) in ancient Greek art marks a phase characterized by the use of geometric shapes and patterns in decorated pottery and sculptures. Artists emphasized symmetry, repetitive motifs, and stylized figures, moving away from earlier Mycenaean traditions. This style reflects a society developing a sense of order and formality, often illustrating scenes from mythology or daily life with abstracted, simplified figures. The period signifies a foundational phase in Greek artistic development, focusing on pattern, structure, and a move toward more naturalistic representations seen in later periods.