Art and Literacy > Identity

6th grade miniature self-portrait clay bust as Mercury
Mercury
clay
4 in H x 2 ½ in W x 2 ½ in D
2012

6TH grade students were studying about ancient Greek and Roman history in Social Study class and reading Greek myths.
Students explored the symbols used in Greek vase paintings and sculptures to show identity.
Each student designed and created self-portrait miniature clay bust of one Greek or Roman god or goddess that they identified with.