Metope Collection (#3)

Greek Art. Temple of Hephaestus or Theseion. Agora of Athens
Greek Art. Temple of Hephaestus or Theseion. The doric temple, which stands at the western end of the Agora, on the hill of Agoraios Kolonos. Erected by the architect Ictinos (449-415 B.C.)

Temple C at Selinus, two metopes
Antique illustration of a Temple C at Selinus, two metopes

Decorative Frieze: navigation (fresco)
XIR900427 Decorative Frieze: navigation (fresco) by Giorgione, (Giorgio da Castelfranco) (1476/8-1510); Casa Pellizzari, Castelfranco, Veneto

Portrait of Charles V (1500-68), Holy Roman Emperor (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF133367 Portrait of Charles V (1500-68), Holy Roman Emperor (engraving) (b/w photo) by Salamanca, Antonio (c.1500-62); Private Collection; Italian, out of copyright

CARREY: PARTHENON, 1674. Detail of the south metope on the Parthenon in Athens, Greece, depicting centaurs and Lapiths. Drawing by Jacques Carrey, 1674

Limestone metope depicting goddess Hera
Fragments of five metopes. Limestone. From the temple of Athena on the Mycenae Acropolis. The most important fragment depicts the upper body of a woman (probably a goddess)

Greek civilization, metope of Athenian Treasury at Delphi, marble relief depicting Theseus and bull
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Metope of the Athenian Treasury at Delphi, marble relief depicting Theseus and the bull

Greek civilization, metope from temple of Zeus, bas-relief depicting Labours of Heracles
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Metope from the temple of Zeus. Labours of Heracles: Heracles receiving the apples of Hesperides, circa 460 b.C

Greek civilization, Centauromachia, battle between Centaurs and Lapiths by Phidias
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Phidias, Centauromachia: Battle between Centaurs and Lapiths. High relief from the metopes on the south side of the Parthenon, Pentelic marble, 447-440 b.C

Hercules Wrestling the Bull of Knossos into Submission. 470 -456 BC. Fourth metope of the opisthodome of the Temple of Zeus. Classical Greek art. Relief on marble. GREECE. Olympia

Hercules Holding Uranus. Fourth metope of the prodomos of the Temple of Zeus. Heracles, in the middle, holds up

Greek Art. Temple of Hephaestus or Theseion. The Doric temple, which stands at the western end of the Agora, on the hill of Agoraios Kolonos. Erected by the architect Ictinos (449-415 BC)

Greek Art. Parthenon, built between 447-438 BC under leadership of Pericles. The Doric building was designed by the architects Ictinos and Callicrates. Acropolis, Athens. Attica, Central Greece

THESEION-HEPHAISTEION. V century. Doric temple built in pentelic marble at time of Pericles (449-425 BC). Was devoted to Hephaesto (or Vulcan), and Athena. Greek agora. Athens

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Metope, a term that resonates with the grandeur of ancient Greek art and architecture. It refers to the sculpted panels adorning the Parthenon, an iconic symbol of Athens, Greece. These metopes depict various scenes from mythology and history, capturing moments frozen in time. One such metope is South Metope XXXI, which showcases a fragment of the fierce battle between warriors on horseback. The intricate details etched into this marble masterpiece transport us back to a bygone era when bravery and valor were celebrated. Another captivating example is the Greek metope of Herakles and the Kerkopes dating back to the 6th century BC. This artwork portrays Herakles engaged in combat with mischievous creatures known as Kerkopes. The craftsmanship displayed here exemplifies the mastery of Greek artisans during this period. Moving on to another set of metopes found within the Parthenon marbles, we encounter Metope XXIX depicting a centaur overpowering a defeated fighter. This scene captures both strength and vulnerability intertwined in an eternal struggle between mythical beings. Delving deeper into Greek history, we discover The Athenian Treasury at Delphi constructed between 510 to 480 B. C. , adorned with its own unique metopes. These intricately carved panels tell tales of triumphs and tribulations faced by ancient Greeks. The influence of these magnificent sculptures extends beyond Athens itself; it reaches other notable sites like THESEION-HEPHAISTEION in V century B. C. , showcasing how widespread this artistic tradition was throughout Greece. Even outside Greece's borders lies evidence of their artistic prowess - take for instance The Temple of Neptune or Poseidon in Paestum. Its majestic metopes stand as testaments to Greece's cultural impact on neighboring regions. One cannot overlook Atlas bringing Heracles the Apples of Hesperides depicted on a metope from Olympia's Temple of Zeus – an engraving that immortalizes this legendary encounter.