South Metope IV of the Parthenon is one of many sculptures from the Parthenon in Greece that have been scattered across the ...

The Parthenon marbles have become the most visible ... along with the head of a horse from Selene’s carriage. The artist, Archibald Archer, included himself in the painting, sketching (bottom ...

Q: Were the builders of the Parthenon trying to achieve some sense of perfection? Hurwit: I think the artists and the architects of any culture strive for what they consider the perfect expression ...

"We are talking about a work of art that is in pieces and must be whole ... conference underscored the importance of restoring the Parthenon Sculptures to their original context, emphasizing ...

But in the 21st century, the Elgin Marbles, as they've long been known, are famous less as art objects than as objects of political controversy. For most people today, the Parthenon sculptures in ...

The most ambitious building program in Greek history, the building of the Parthenon was Pericles' greatest triumph and he oversaw the project personally. Costing 5000 talents in the first year ...

The British pop icon emphatically supports the return of the Acropolis sculptures taken by Lord Elgin, urging Britain to ...

housing models of the statues found in the original structure as well as an impressive art collection. Expect well-kept grounds and a peaceful atmosphere at the Parthenon; an evening visit to see ...

But in the 21st century, the Elgin Marbles, as they've long been known, are famous less as art objects than as objects of political controversy. For most people today, the Parthenon sculptures in ...