How Classical Greek Art Influenced Hellenistic, Roman, and Renaissance Art

Classical Greek statues had a lasting impact in the world of sculptures. The Hellenistic, Roman, and Renaissance periods were heavily influenced by Classical Greek art. Classical Greek art was idealistic, and so was Hellenistic, Roman, and Renaissance art. 

The top photo is of the famous Venus de Milo, a Roman copy of Aphrodite of Milos, a Hellenistic sculpture. 

The middle photo is a Hellenistic sculpture of Laocoon and his sons being killed by a sea serpent. 

The bottom photo is of David by Michelangelo, the famous Renaissance sculptor and painter of the Sistine Chapel.