The asymmetrical plan of the erechtheion was most probably due to the fact that the structure was symbolic of erectheus' tumultuous life was an architectural experiment had to incorporate existing shrines was intended to be a rejection of the classical ideal

Write a short paragraph describing how high renaissance artists were influenced by artists from other cultures and time periods. in your answer, include the specific culture or period that influenced high renaissance art, and also the artistic conventions that reflect that influence such as: • the philosophy or thought behind the artworks • body proportions and poses • details of figures • setting or background