The same distinction between an Uranian and a Pandemic Venus runs, as all those who have any acquaintance with the sculptures of the Greeks know, through their whole art. … The latter [the Capitoline Venus] is the true Pandemic Venus, the perfect type of voluptuousness, soulless, animal beauty,— …

He adopted a new look in order to fit in with his new workmates.

to arise from a kneeling posture

He wasn't feeling so hot, so he went home early.