What triggered the movement from the late archaic to the early classical/severe era?

Question

Most art historians say the movement resulted from the Persian Wars. I've also read that the rejection of Persian ideals and culture triggered the movement into the classical style art. Does anyone have any sources they could share that could possibly provide insight to this question?

Answer 1

The ancient Greeks conquered the Persian Empire under Alexander the Great. Greek culture dominated until its defeat by Rome, and even then survived in the common language and arts of the Roman Empire. The Romans even adopted all the Greek gods, though they did rename them. I once read that the Dorian Greeks, who ushered in the classical period, actually migrated in from Poland, which would be very interesting if true. (A credible story, when one considers how small Europe is.)