Erechtheion Collection (#2)

Athens Erechtheion eastern facade Dimitrios Constantin
Athens - Erechtheion, eastern facade; Dimitrios Constantin (Greek, active 1858 - 1860s); 1865; Albumen silver print

Athens Erechtheion Caryatid porch Baron Paul
Athens - Erechtheion, Caryatid porch; Baron Paul des Granges (French ?, active Greece 1860s); 1860 - 1869; Albumen silver print

The Erechtheum At Athens, Greece. Ancient Greek Temple Dedicated To The Greek Hero Erichthonius, As It Would Have Appeared In Ancient Times

Six Gents sitting beside Porch of the Caryatids, Acropolis
Six Gents sitting beside the Porch of the Caryatids at the Erechtheion or Erechtheum - an ancient Greek temple on the north side of the Acropolis of Athens in Greece which was dedicated to both

Erechtheion, Acropolis, Athens

View of the Caryatid porch of the Erechtheion, 5th century BC
View of the Caryatid porch of the Erechtheion on the Acropolis in Athens, 5th century BC

Ionic capitals of the Erechtheion, 5th century BC
Ionic capitals of the Erechtheion on the Acropolis, 5th century BC

Caryatid porch, the Erectheum, Acropolis, Athens, 5th century BC. Artist: Mnesikles
Caryatid porch, the Erectheum, Acropolis, Athens, 5th century BC. Designed by Mnesikles, the six columns of the porch are carved in the form of draped female figures (Caryatids)

Caryatid of the Erechtheion. Athens 421-407 BC. Original. Th
Caryatid from the Erechtheion, standing in contrapposto, displayed at the Acropolis Museum. 421-407 BC. Athens. Greece

Greek architecture. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages. 1798

Greece. Athens. Acropolis. Erechtheum
Erechtheion. 421 -414 BC. GREECE. Athens. Acropolis. Erechtheum or Erecththeion. The Caryatid Porch. Classical Greek art. Architecture

ATHENS: ERECHTHEION. View of the caryatids on the Porch of Maidens at the Erechtheion, on the Arcopolis in Athens, Greece. Greek postcard, c1905

ATHENS: ERECHTHEION. View of the Erechtheion on the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. Greek postcard, c1905

ATHENS: ERECHTHEION. Caryatid porch of the Erechtheion on the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. Photograph, c1880

ATHENS: ERECHTHEION. View of the Erechtheion from the southwest, on the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. Photograph, c1880

ATHENS: ERECHTHEION. View of the Erechtheion on the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. Photograph, late 19th century

ATHENS: ACROPOLIS. View from the northwest of the Acropolis and the Temple of Theseus in Athens. Photograph, late 19th century

Erechtheion, with Porch of the maidens or Caryatids, Acropolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Athens, Greece, Europe

Porch of the maidens (Caryatids), Erechtheion, Acropolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Athens, Greece, Europe

Erechtheum
The Erechtheum, a Greek temple on the Acropolis in Athens dating back to the late 5th century BC, with its famous porch of caryatids, circa 1930. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Erechtheion. Greece. Athens. Acropolis
Erechtheion. Porch of the Caryatids. GREECE. Athens. Acropolis. Erechtheum or Erecththeion. Classical Greek art. Architecture

Erechtheion. Porch of The
Erechtheion. GREECE. Athens. Acropolis. Erechtheum or Erecththeion. Classical Greek art. Architecture

Erechtheion. Ionic Capital. Greece
Erechtheion. GREECE. Athens. Acropolis. Erechtheum or Erecththeion. Classical Greek art. Architecture

Erechtheion. Ionic capital. GREECE. Athens. Acropolis. Erechtheum or Erecththeion. Classical Greek art. Architecture

Detail of pillar on the Erechtheion at the Acropolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Athens, Greece, Europe

Eastern end of the Erechtheion at the Acropolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Athens, Greece, Europe

The Erechtheion temple, Acropolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Athens, Greece, Europe

Caryatids Portico, figures of the Six Maidens, Erechtheion, Athens, Greece, Europe

Portico of the Caryatids, Erechtheion, Acropolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Athens, Greece, Europe

Porch of the Caryatids with figures of the Six Maidens, Erechtheion, Acropolis, Athens, Greece, Europe

The Erechtheion on the Acropolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Athens, Greece, Europe

The Erechtheion, Acropolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Athens, Greece, Europe

Statues of the caryatid maidens on the Erechtheion, dating from 406 BC, Acropolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Athens, Greece, Europe

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The breathtaking Erechtheion Temple, located on the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, is a true testament to ancient Greek ornamental architecture and sculpture. Built in 1898 by an unknown creator, this temple stands as a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site. One of its most iconic features is the Porch of Caryatids, where six majestic maidens sit gracefully beside each other. These stunning sculptures add an ethereal beauty to the temple's east facade and are often captured at sunrise when their magnificence is enhanced. As you explore the detailed view of the Erechtheion, you can't help but be captivated by its intricate design and craftsmanship. Every corner reveals a story from ancient times, transporting you back to a world filled with grandeur and splendor. Standing amidst the ruins of history, it's hard not to feel a sense of awe and reverence for this architectural marvel. The Erechtheion serves as a reminder of Greece's rich cultural heritage and its significant contributions to art and civilization. Visiting this enchanting site allows you to immerse yourself in centuries-old traditions while admiring the skillful workmanship that has stood the test of time. Whether it's gazing upon the Porch of Maidens or exploring every nook and cranny, each step taken within these hallowed grounds unveils another layer of history waiting to be discovered. So come experience the allure of Greece's Attica region as you wander through The Acropolis' magnificent Erechtheion. Let your imagination soar as you envision what life was like during ancient times while being surrounded by such extraordinary beauty.