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Step Three - Monument Styles
There are also different styles of monuments. These are some of the most common. With the whole class, review the definitions and examples of each. Work in small groups to discuss your reactions using the Monument Styles organizer. Think about what style of monument you want to design.
Realistic
A realistic monument or sculpture shows the subject accurately and true to life. You can tell who or what the subject is when you look at it.
Abstract
An abstract monument or sculpture has no familiar form. Each person may see something different when he looks at it. Abstract works often bring up powerful feelings in people, as they react to what they see. Notice how this example differs from the realistic one you just viewed.
Figurative
Figurative work focuses on human or animal forms. A figurative work may be realistic...
or abstract.
Allegorical
These works include figures that represent ideas or themes, such as virtue, peace, freedom, justice, peace, evil, or death. These works reflect what the artist thinks about the chosen idea or theme, and they often tell a story. The artist at this site gives an explanation of his allegorical sculpture.
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