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"Bassae: Unveiling the Ancient Beauty of Greece's Temple of Apollo Epicurius" Step into a world frozen in time at Bassae, Greece

Background imageBassae Collection: Temple of Apollo Epicurius, Bassae, Greece

Temple of Apollo Epicurius, Bassae, Greece
The columned temple of Apollo Epicurius, which rises majestically within the sanctuary of Bassae in the mountains of Arkadia Greece. Date: circa 1930s

Background imageBassae Collection: The Bassae Temple of Apollo, Greece

The Bassae Temple of Apollo, Greece, dating back to the 4th century BCE Date: early 1900s

Background imageBassae Collection: A Collection of Original Drawings for Temples at Bassac

A Collection of Original Drawings for Temples at Bassac
XYC289245 A Collection of Original Drawings for Temples at Bassac: Elevation and Partial Structure of Roof of the Temples of Jupiter Panhellenius at Aegina, 1860 (wash)

Background imageBassae Collection: The Temple of Apollo at Bassae, Greece, 1849 (pen and brown ink with watercolour

The Temple of Apollo at Bassae, Greece, 1849 (pen and brown ink with watercolour
1216911 The Temple of Apollo at Bassae, Greece, 1849 (pen and brown ink with watercolour and oil paint on brown paper) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); 29.1x46.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Background imageBassae Collection: Temple at Bassae, Arcadia (engraving)

Temple at Bassae, Arcadia (engraving)
1092754 Temple at Bassae, Arcadia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Temple at Bassae, Arcadia)

Background imageBassae Collection: Temple of Apollo the Helper at Bassae (engraving)

Temple of Apollo the Helper at Bassae (engraving)
6025499 Temple of Apollo the Helper at Bassae (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Temple of Apollo the Helper at Bassae)

Background imageBassae Collection: The Temple of Apollo Epicurius, plate 25 from Part 5 of Views in Greece

The Temple of Apollo Epicurius, plate 25 from Part 5 of Views in Greece
STC83243 The Temple of Apollo Epicurius, plate 25 from Part 5 of Views in Greece, engraved by Thomas Medland, 1819 (aquatint) by Dodwell

Background imageBassae Collection: Detail from the frieze in the cella of the temple of Apollo at Bassae, 5th century BC

Detail from the frieze in the cella of the temple of Apollo at Bassae, 5th century BC
Detail from the frieze in the cella of the temple of Apollo at Bassae, showing Heracles fighting Hippolyta, Queen of the Amazons, from the British Museums collection, 5th century BC

Background imageBassae Collection: Magna Graecia. Archaic Greek. Temple C. Selinunte. Metopa. H

Magna Graecia. Archaic Greek. Temple C. Selinunte. Metopa. Helios on chariot. 580 BC. Museum of Palermo. Italy

Background imageBassae Collection: Trench maps belonging to Sergeant Ernest Blaikley

Trench maps belonging to Sergeant Ernest Blaikley
Trench maps belonging to 2903 Sergeant ERNEST BLAIKLEY, 28th Battalion London Regiment (Artists Rifles) (1885-1965). Attached S.O. & S

Background imageBassae Collection: Herakles (left) and Greek felling a mounted Amazon

Herakles (left) and Greek felling a mounted Amazon from Temple of Apollo Epikourios at Bassae

Background imageBassae Collection: Temple of Apollo Epikourios at Bassae. 450 BC

Temple of Apollo Epikourios at Bassae. 450 BC. GREECE. PELOPONNESE. ARCADIA. Bassae. Classical Greek art



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"Bassae: Unveiling the Ancient Beauty of Greece's Temple of Apollo Epicurius" Step into a world frozen in time at Bassae, Greece, where the majestic Temple of Apollo Epicurius stands as a testament to ancient Greek architecture. This awe-inspiring structure, also known as The Bassae Temple of Apollo, has captivated visitors for centuries with its intricate design and rich historical significance. Immerse yourself in the enchanting allure through a collection of original drawings that showcase the temples at this sacred site. These delicate renderings transport you back to a bygone era when craftsmen meticulously crafted each stone and column with unwavering precision. One such depiction is "The Temple of Apollo at Bassae, " an exquisite 1849 pen and brown ink drawing adorned with watercolor accents. Its vibrant hues breathe life into every stroke, allowing you to visualize the temple's grandeur even from afar. Delve deeper into history with engravings like "Temple at Bassae, Arcadia" and "Temple of Apollo the Helper at Bassae. " These detailed illustrations offer glimpses into the past, shedding light on how this architectural marvel once stood tall against nature's elements. Marvel at plate 25 from Part 5 of "Views in Greece, " which showcases The Temple of Apollo Epicurius in all its glory. This masterpiece captures both its exterior splendor and interior beauty within its hallowed walls. Venture beyond just architecture as you explore sculptures that adorn this sacred space. Discover metopes depicting centaurs and Lapiths engaged in fierce battles - relics that tell tales from Greek mythology etched onto stone for eternity. Take a journey through time with relief carvings found within the cella itself. These intricately carved details bring forth stories passed down through generations - their presence serving as a reminder that art can transcend time itself. Travel further across Magna Graecia to Selinunte, where another temple awaits.