Discus Thrower Collection

Roman marble copy of the lost Greek Bronze by Myron of c450 B. C
GREECE: THE DISCOBOLUS. Roman marble copy of the lost Greek Bronze by Myron of c450 B.C

Platt Adams, Jim Duncan, and Ben. Adams, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Platt Adams, Jim Duncan, and Ben. Adams, between c1910 and c1915. Shows Platt Adams (1885-1961) with his brother Ben (b. 1890) and Jim Duncan (b)

St. Denis, B. Mr. 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
St. Denis, B. Mr. 1913

The Greek Court, at the Crystal Palace, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Greek Court, at the Crystal Palace, 1854. Replicas of Ancient Greek sculptures in south London: Discobolus and Venus de Milo

The Discobolus of Myron, 1908. Creator: Unknown
The Discobolus of Myron, 1908. Le Discobole De Myron. The Discobolo di Castelporziano, a plaster composite reconstruction after the Lancellotti Discobolus

The athlete Giesela Mauermeyer throws the discus; throw with which she won the gold medal at the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games Germany Berlin, Olympiastadion. Date of Photograph:1936

Mosaic of the Spa of Caracalla depicting an athlete and a discus thrower, Gregoriano Profano Museum (formerly Lateran Museum), Vatican Museums

Statue of the Discobolus, in the Sala della Biga at the Vatican Museums, Vatican City State of the Vatican City Vatican Museums Statue Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization

Discus thrower resting: statue on display at the Louvre Museum, Paris France Paris, Louvre Statue Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1908

Hand with disk fragment discus thrower, marble, Roman copy of the original greek of Myron (mid-fifth century BC.), Museum of Ancient Sculpture Barraco

Classical athlete throwing the discus, (1908). Creator: Unknown
Classical athlete throwing the discus, (1908). Athlete Antique Lancant Le Disque. Ancient Greek naked discus-thrower, after a detail on a Panathenaic vase of the 5th century BC

Greek Athlete Throwing the Discus, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Greek Athlete Throwing the Discus, 1890. The Discus was one of the events of the ancient Greek pentathlon, dating back to at least 708 BC. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History, Vol

Statue of a discus thrower, from the Clementino Museum, historical Rome, Italy
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Greek athletes and their tools
6340200 Greek athletes and their tools by Sasso, Giovanni Antonio (19th century); (add.info.: Greek athletes and their tools)

Discobolus, copy of a bronze original (marble) (b / w photo)
ALI194733 Discobolus, copy of a bronze original (marble) (b/w photo) by Myron, (fl.c.450 BC) (after); Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; Alinari

The gilded bronze face of the Discobolus
3563754 The gilded bronze face of the Discobolus by Roman; Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania, Italy; (add.info.: The gilded bronze face of the Discobolus)

The Discophoros, replica of a classical Greek original (marble)
XIR39051 The Discophoros, replica of a classical Greek original (marble) by Naukydes II (b.c.400 BC) (attr.) (after); Height: 167 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; Greek, out of copyright

A one thousand Greek drachma banknote, 1987 (colour litho)
REV287016 A one thousand Greek drachma banknote, 1987 (colour litho) by Greek School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Billet de 1000 drachmes; mille; drachmas; ); Greek, out of copyright

Discobolus, copy of a Greek original (plaster) (b / w photo)
ALI201610 Discobolus, copy of a Greek original (plaster) (b/w photo) by Myron, (fl.c.450 BC) (after); Museo Nazionale Romano, Rome, Italy; Alinari

Fashionable woman in the sculpture gallery in the Louvre Museum, 1806. She wears a straw bonnet with feathers
5913044 Fashionable woman in the sculpture gallery in the Louvre Museum, 1806. She wears a straw bonnet with feathers, shawl over a high-waisted dress

Discobolus, Roman copy (marble)
XIR158670 Discobolus, Roman copy (marble) by Roman; Musee Saint-Raymond, Toulouse, France; (add.info.: copy after bronze original by Myron, 440 BC; ); out of copyright

Studies for "Heaven"and "Hell", 1903-1916
Studies for " Heaven" and " Hell", 1903-1916

Throwing the discus without turning, 1908. Creator: Unknown
Throwing the discus without turning, 1908. Lancement Du Disque Sans Tourner. Series of images using the technique of chronophotography, a predecessor to cinematography and moving film

Halina Konopacka of Poland, world champion discus-thrower, 1928. Creator: Unknown
Halina Konopacka of Poland, world champion discus-thrower, 1928. Konopacka (1900-1989) became the first Polish Olympic champion after winning gold medal at the 1928 Summer Olympics

American discus-thrower Bud Houser, 1928. Creator: Unknown
American discus-thrower Bud Houser, 1928. Bud Houser (1901-1994) of the United States won gold medal in the discus throw at the 1928 Summer Olympics, held in Amsterdam

Detail of red-figure cup depicting a discus thrower painted by Epeleios Painter 5th Century B.C. France, Paris, Musee du Louvre, Greek art

Antique Roman marble copy of the lost Greek bronze by Myron of 450 B. C
GREECE: THE DISCOBOLUS. Antique Roman marble copy of the lost Greek bronze by Myron of 450 B.C

Line engraving after Myron, late 19th century
DISCOBOLUS CASTING. Line engraving after Myron, late 19th century

Roman bronze copy of the lost Greek statue by Myron
THE DISCOBOLUS. Roman bronze copy of the lost Greek statue by Myron

Roman marble copy, c140 A. D. of the lost bronze by Myron of about 450 B. C
THE DISCOBOLUS, 450.B.C. Roman marble copy, c140 A.D. of the lost bronze by Myron of about 450 B.C

DISCOBOLUS CASTING. / nLine engraving after Myron, late 19th century
DISCOBOLUS CASTING. /nLine engraving after Myron, late 19th century

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"The Discus Thrower: A Timeless Symbol of Athleticism and Artistic Mastery" The discus thrower, a captivating figure in the world of sports and art, has been immortalized through various mediums throughout history. One such representation is the Roman marble copy of the lost Greek Bronze by Myron dating back to around 450 B. C. This iconic sculpture, known as "The Discobolus of Myron, " showcases the perfect balance between strength and grace. In 1908, an unknown creator crafted another rendition of this masterpiece titled "Greek Athlete Throwing the Discus. " This statue, housed in the Clementino Museum in historical Rome, Italy, is a digital reproduction of an original from the 18th century whose exact date remains unknown. It serves as a testament to how ancient Greek athletes were revered for their physical prowess. Greek athletes and their tools have always fascinated historians and artists alike. The discus thrower's skillful technique was captured beautifully in a black-and-white photograph showcasing a marble copy of a bronze original called "Discobolus. " Additionally, its gilded bronze face adds an element of opulence to this timeless work. Another replica that pays homage to classical Greek artistry is "The Discophoros, " sculpted out of marble. Its intricate details showcase not only athletic ability but also artistic finesse. Even currency has celebrated these legendary athletes; on a one thousand Greek drachma banknote from 1987, we see an image depicting them engaged in their sporting pursuits. Not limited to sculptures alone, plaster copies like "Discobolus" have allowed people across generations to appreciate these masterpieces even without visiting museums or galleries. In black-and-white photography form, they continue to evoke awe-inspiring emotions. One can imagine strolling through history while admiring these works alongside fashionable women who frequented sculpture galleries like those at Louvre Museum in 1806. A hand-colored lithograph by R.