on Greek and Roman Sculpture and Painting After the death of Alexander the Great it was started the new era of the art. This art was called the Hellenistic, because the local traditions and schools of Ancient Greece largely imitated the generally recognized Hellenistic style. As far as it can be judged according to some sources, the value of art in the Hellenistic period was very high. Unfortunately, the works of painting were mostly destroyed. However it is possible to understand the idea of the painting of the Hellenistic period through the use of the mosaics due to their Continue reading...