Great Theatre of Epidaurus
Title
Great Theatre of Epidaurus
Date
340 BCE
Identifier
1834
Creator
Polykleitos
Creator Nationality
Ancient Greek
Work Type
Single Built Works
Work Location
Greece (nation)
Epídhavros (deserted settlement)
Style/Period
Classical
Subject
amphitheaters (built works)
Description
View of the Theatre of Ancient Epidaurus with seating, orchestra and stage area. "Among all the ancient theatres, Epidaurus theatre is the most beautiful and best preserved. Destined for the fun of the patients of Asklipieio, it had a capacity of 13,000 spectators. It was divided into two parts: A 21-rows of seats part, aimed for the citizens and a 34-rows of seats part aimed for the priests and rulers,"--City of Epidaurus website.
Measurements
374 feet across
Reproduction Type
jpeg
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
A1GREPI7-1350BI47B1
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