Acropolis
Title
Acropolis
Identifier
5597
Creator2
Bugbee, Gordon (photograph)
Work Type
Single Built Works
Work Location
Greece (nation)
Athens (inhabited place)
Style/Period
Classical
Subject
temples (buildings)
acropolises
Description
View looking up at temples of the Acropolis, including the Temple of Athena Nike in Athens, Greece. Gordon Bugbee Collection. "The greatest and finest sanctuary of ancient Athens, dedicated primarily to its patron, the goddess Athena, dominates the centre of the modern city from the rocky crag known as the Acropolis. The most celebrated myths of ancient Athens, its greatest religious festivals, earliest cults and several decisive events in the city's history are all connected to this sacred precinct. The monuments of the Acropolis stand in harmony with their natural setting. These unique masterpieces of ancient architecture combine different orders and styles of Classical art in a most innovative manner and have influenced art and culture for many centuries. The Acropolis of the fifth century BC is the most accurate reflection of the splendour, power and wealth of Athens at its greatest peak, the golden age of Perikles,"--Odysseys, Greek Ministry of Culture & Sports.
Reproduction Type
jpeg
Reproduction Source
40
Copyright Statement
©2013 Lawrence Technological University. These images may be used for personal or educational purposes. They are not available for commercial purposes without the explicit permission of LTU.
ID Number
GPB-GRK1-1342
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