Moreover, both works both works are Roman copies of statues that derived from Greece. Diskobolos originated at a time when Polykleitos introduced the concept of contrapposto, which is a method of asymmetrically arranging the limbs so there is a sense of vitality through the contrast between …show more content…
The athlete in Diskobolos has an evident, twisted motion that adds anticipation to the work, whereas the satyr has a discrete motion that is not as evident. Instead of using the motion displayed solely from body language to assert the theme of the painting like Diskobolos does, the Sleeping Satyr also adds the element of facial expression. The satyr initially appears motionless as he is sleeping; however, his illusory facial expression and open mouth indicates that he is in the midst of sleeping. Nevertheless, both sculptures use body movement to contribute to the tone of their work and introduce new perspectives that deviate from the artistic norms of previous