Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
A sculptural stance in which the figure's weight is shifted to one leg, creating a relaxed, naturalistic pose with one leg bent and the other straight.
AP course connection
Topic 2.1: 2.1 Cultural Contexts of Ancient Mediterranean Art