Bas-relief is when images are sculpted into a plane surface which gives it a three dimensional appearance. This was practiced in ancient times, especially by Egyptians and Greeks, before becoming popularized during the Renaissance. Compared to high relief sculptures, bas-relief is carved at lower depths which allows the delicate detail to stick out from the surface as opposed to being buried in it. Donatello and Ghiberti, during the Renaissance, were able to turn bas-relief into stunning 3D architecture and showcased how narrative scenes and decorative motifs could be represented in the same framework. In the 19th century, Auguste Rodin changed the medium drastically by using emotional depth and movement in his sculptures which made his pieces stand out. Racheal Whiteread and Anish Kapoor are some of the modern artists that challenge the boundaries of classical bas-relief. They acquire elaborate modern sculptures which are then refined by traditional painting techniques creating pieces that are not definable by just one art form. Like other forms of sculpting, bas-relief is adored for its unique ability to tell captivating stories through the two dimentional pieces.