Parthenon Collection (#13)

Sculpture of river-god
Cast depicting the figure of a river-god from the west pediment of the Parthenon, The Acropolis, Athens, Greece, about 438-432 BC

Close-up of greek base relief from Parthenon
Parthenon frieze; Centaur overcoming a Lapith

Acropolis, Athens, Greece

Close-up of greek Bas relief
Horseman depicted in part of the Parthenon friezes at the Parthenon/Acropolis museum, Athens

Greece, Athens, View of Acropolis
The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a high rocky outcrop above the city of Athens and containing the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural

Reconstruction of west pediment of Parthenon
Reconstruction of the west pediment of the Parthenon according to a drawing by K. Schwerzek (1896) Acropolis museum, Athens

Views of Acropolis, Athens, Greece
Views of the Acropolis, the ancient citadel located on a high rocky outcrop above the city of Athens, viewed from the Museum of the Parthenon

Marble unfinished kouros torso, from Naxian workshop 565-560. The kouros type dominated Greek art of the Archaic period, representing young male aristocrats whose athletic physique underlines their

Frieze depicting men and chariot horses
Behind the chariot horses stands a cloaked marshal who turns his head to look behind him. It is possible to discern part of the charioteer and the apobates as he prepares to leap to the ground

Copy representing both faces of Hermes Propylaios type
The only known copy that represents on both faces the Herm (Hermes Propylaios) type, sculptured by Alkamenes just after the middle of the 5th century BC

Parthenon frieze depicting Lapith fighting centaur
A Lapith fighting a Centaur.Parthenon Frieze; Athens

Parthenon Frieze depicting men with bulls
Three men with short curly hair and wearing himatia lead two more bulls. The second bull is resisting, but he is restrained by a rope (once shown in paint) held by one of the men

Parthenon Frieze depicting Centaur
A Centaur trampling a dead Lapith, Parthenon Frieze; Athens

Parthenon Frieze depicting procession of girls
The procession of girls continues with five female figures wearing chitons or peploi with himatia and holding philai, except for the first who carries an incense burner.Parthenon Frieze; Athens

Parthenon frieze depicting men with chariot
Parthenon frieze:The apobates has descended from the chariot and is standing on a rock. The chariot has reached its destination and the charioteer leans back as he pulls hard on the reigns

Parthenon frieze depicting procession of elderly men
A procession of sixteen elderly men in himatia. They converse while walking or standing, o they turn to look behind them. One man ties a ribbon around his head

Parthenon frieze depicting men with sacrificial bulls
Parthenon frieze:Three men wrapped tightly in their himatia lead two sacrificial bulls

Parthenon frieze depicting centaur fighting Lapith
A centaur fighting a Lapith. Parthenon frieze:

Parthenon frieze depicting couple of gods
Parthenon frieze: A young winged goddess, Iris or Hebe, messenger of the diving couple Zeus and Hera, stands next to Hera turning toward the procession

Parthenon frieze depicting gods and goddesses
Parthenon frieze: A young winged goddess, Iris or Hebe, messenger of the diving couple Zeus and Hera, stands next to Hera turning toward the procession

Parthenon frieze depicting winged goddess, Zeus, Hera
Parthenon frieze: A young winged goddess, Iris or Hebe, messenger of the diving couple Zeus and Hera, stands next to Hera turning toward the procession

Part of Parthenon frieze
On the left edge of the block, it used to be part of the shield and hand of the apobates. The leaping horses of the chariot were once depicted

Parthenon frieze depicting men and divinities
Parthenon frieze: four men lean in a relaxed fashion on their staves in front of four divinities seated on stools

Parthenon frieze depicting four men
Parthenon frieze: four men lean in a relaxed fashion on their staves in front of four divinities seated on stools

Parthenon frieze depicting four men sitting
Parthenon frieze: four men lean in a relaxed fashion on their staves in front of four divinities seated on stools

Parthenon frieze depicting divinities
Parthenon frieze: four men lean in a relaxed fashion on their staves in front of four divinities seated on stools

Parthenon frieze depicting handsome men
Parthenon frieze: four men lean in a relaxed fashion on their staves in front of four divinities seated on stools

Detail from Parthenon friezes
Detail from the Parthenon friezes at the Parthenon/Acropolis museum, Athens

Parthenon frieze depicting procession
The procession continues with a group of flute and kithara players. They are wearing musicians clothing, a long chiton and himation

Parts of Parthenon frieze
Next to the charioteer the apobates (hoplite-athlete) with a chiton and shield holds onto the chariot rail as he prepares to leap off

Parthenon frieze depicting women leading rams
Three youths wearing himatia lead four rams. Two are conversing while resting one hand on the back of the animals they are leading to sacrifice

Woman holding trays with offerings, bas-relief
Three youths wearing himatia each carry a skaphe (tray) on their shoulders supporting it with one hand. The trays hold offerings for the Libation

Fragment of frieze representing religious procession
At the right of the east frieze the north part of the procession comes to an end with two marshals, the first receiving two women and the second receiving another two clad in pepios

Part of the Parthenon
Account of the supervisors for the construction of the Parthenon 447/6 - 433/2 BC

Greek frieze depicting procession
At the right of the east frieze the north part of the procession comes to an end with two marshals, the first receiving two women and the second receiving another two and clad in peplos

Parthenon frieze
A marshal is wearing a himation which has slipped to expose his well built body. He moves suddenly in an attempt to prevent the horses from running into the group of elderly men progressing slowly

Parthenon frieze showing eleven gils and two men
Eleven gils and two men be depicted. The girls carry jugs, ahead of them are two pairs of girls each carrying a tall stand suspended from ribbons

Greece, Athens, Views of deserted Parthenon
Views of a deserted Parthenon dedicated to the goddess Athena constructed from 447-438 BC at the acropolis

Italy, Milan, Ideal reconstruction of Parthenon at Athens, Greek civilization
Greek civilization. Ideal reconstruction of the Parthenon at Athens, assuming it was roofed. From Il Costume Antico e Moderno di tutti i popoli, by Giulio Ferrario (1767-1847), Milano 1827. Engraving

Greek civilization, centaur battling with Lapith woman. Detail from the metope of Parthenon
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Centaur battling with a Lapith woman. Detail from the metope of the Parthenon

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The Parthenon, a symbol of ancient Athens and a testament to the grandeur of Greek architecture, stands proudly atop the Acropolis. This magnificent temple was dedicated to the goddess Athena, with a colossal statue of her gracing its interior. The Parthenon marbles, intricately carved metopes depicting scenes from mythological battles, adorned its exterior walls. As you wander through this UNESCO World Heritage Site in Athens, Greece, it is impossible not to be awestruck by the sheer beauty and historical significance of the Parthenon. From every angle, it exudes an aura of power and majesty that transports you back in time. At nightfall, when darkness cloaks the city below, the Parthenon takes on an ethereal glow. Illuminated against a starry backdrop, it becomes even more enchanting – a true marvel that captivates all who behold it. For breathtaking panoramic views of this architectural wonder and its surrounding splendorous landscape head to Filopappos Hill. From there you can witness firsthand how seamlessly the Parthenon merges with nature; truly a sight to behold. Every intricate detail tells a story - each column meticulously crafted; every frieze carefully designed, and is as if time has stood still within these ancient walls; history preserved for generations to come. Visiting Greece would not be complete without experiencing the awe-inspiring presence of both The Parthenon and Acropolis, and are reminders of our rich cultural heritage and serve as constant reminders that greatness can stand tall throughout centuries gone by.