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Egyptian vs. Minoan Painting Styles

 

Egyptian

Minoan

Subject matter:

Religious, state (political). Secular, nature.

Style:

Stiff, blocky. Rhythmic, curvy.

Background:

Plain. Plain.

Forms:

Flat. Flat.

Fresco technique:

Dry (fresco secco). Wet (true fresco).

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