The Greeks were one of the most advanced cultures of ancient times and this was reflected in their artwork. They had a preoccupation with the human figure that resulted in beautifully and geometrically perfect pieces. Since the Greeks were such an advanced culture, one would assume the equality standards between the sexes were also more advanced than other ancient cultures that were less civilized. This was not the case. The women of Greece were not equal to men of the time. But even though Greek women did not have much independence or importance, they still made a lasting impression on art that stood the test of time.
             Ancient Greek women lived under some pretty severe rules, especially when it came to their home life. They only left the home for religious purposes or festivals for women. Women could not take part in the voting, hold public office, or take any "important" position in society. (Adams 1) Aristotle was quoted saying, "The deliberative is not present at all in the slave, in the female it is inoperative, in the child undeveloped." (Adams 1) Women were segregated to different quarters of the house and had no free choice of marriage partners. Marriage was an "economic transaction" by the parents of the couple. (Adams 1) the woman was usually much younger than the man and had never met him before.
             And once married a woman became her husband's responsibility. She had no independent status, her life was devoted to childbearing and looking after the family and household (Adams 1). Perikles a famous philosopher quoted "women should be spoken of as little as possible among men, whether for good or ill." (Adams 1)
             Women could own nothing except personal possessions. They also were not allowed to be involved in any purchase or transaction worth a large sum of money. Women also had no freedom to divorce unless taking their husband to court and proved something was seriously wrong.
             Men from Athens wh...