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various other aspects of human societies have merged within the overall umbrella of art to express the worldview of the people of various cultures and civilizations. This examination explores the
syncretism of art in regards to ancient Egypt, ancient Greece and European civilization during the Renaissance. Beginning in prehistory, art demonstrates syncretism. For example, prehistoric artists utilized art to
express their evolving religious beliefs within the context of their worldview. For the caveman, "art served life, art and reality were one," as the artist gained power over the hunted
prey by depicting it (Fleming 3). By the time of the Egyptian civilization, art had become more detailed, but it was still regarded as having power over reality, as the
Egyptians decorated tombs with the art that was intended to actually provide for the needs of the deceased, so the departed would "feel completely at home" (Fleming 6). As this
suggests, in Egyptian society, art remained merged with religion, and this worldview also encompassed politics, as the pharaoh was regarded as the incarnation of the Divine on earth, as he
was a "descendant of the sun" and endowed with supreme authority (Fleming 5). While much of the art of ancient Greece continued to express the syncretism by combing art
with religion and the general worldview of that of society, it also became more complex, as it began to reflect the philosophical orientation and ideas that Greek society originated. Three
principal themes that emerged in Greek art pertained to "humanism, idealism and rationalism" (Fleming 35). The humanistic theme in Greek art indicates the focus that social relationships assumed in the
public mindset, as Greeks were very concerned with their roles in regards to civic duty, which finds expression in architectural developments. They were also concerned with exploring the relationship between
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