Ancient Greek and Rome artists attempted to analyze the world around them and define perfect forms. This period has been termed Classical, and the idealism has carried through the centuries. Thus, the term classical has come to mean the peak of perfection is any period. 5.Art is a visual or symbolic expression of molded by social, economic and cultural influences as well as individual phiolosophical, relious and political beliefs. Society is challenged by art to look beyond a limited view.
Art is recreated by society, as each views with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
An artist can transform everyday life into a uptopian paradise. Art appeals to our natural curisity and desire for beautiful things and challenges our imagination by making society look beyond what the eye can see. For centuries, people have collected beautiful things, often passing them one generation to the next. Collectors were considered prestigious, weatlthy, and powerful. Today, museums are the primary collectors and patrons.