Contrapposto意思

"Contrapposto" is a term derived from Italian, meaning "counterpoise" or "opposition." It refers to a specific posture or stance in which a figure stands with one leg bearing the weight and the other leg relaxed, free, or slightly bent. This posture creates a diagonal line through the body, from the raised foot to the opposite shoulder, which gives the figure a sense of balance and naturalness.

The contrapposto stance is most famously associated with classical Greek sculpture, particularly the sculptures of the Hellenistic period. It is often used to convey a sense of relaxation, movement, or psychological depth in a figure, as the shift in weight allows for a more naturalistic and expressive range of poses. The contrapposto stance can also be found in Renaissance art, where it was revived as an element of classical revival, and in other periods and styles that draw on classical aesthetics.