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Geometric period

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The Geometric period refers to a phase in ancient Greek art (900-700 BCE) characterized by abstract geometric patterns and motifs.

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