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Italian Grand Tour1800's Italian Grand Tour Oil Painting Theseus Temple Athens in Landscape
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Theseus Temple, Athens
early 1800's Italian artist
oil on canvas laid over board, framed
framed: 9 x 12.75 inches
board: 6.75 x 10.75 inches
provenance: private collection, UK
condition: a few scuffs and marks to the surface but overall good and sound condition.
Nestled on the northwest slopes of the Acropolis Hill in Athens, Greece, the Temple of Theseus (also known as the Theseion or the Temple of Hephaestus) stands as a majestic testament to the grandeur of ancient Greek architecture. Built between 449 and 415 BC during Athens' Golden Age, this temple was dedicated to Hephaestus, the god of fire and craftsmanship, although it's often linked with the legendary hero Theseus due to its proximity to his sanctuary.
The Temple of Theseus exemplifies classical Doric architecture, characterized by its simplicity and robust elegance. Crafted from gleaming Pentelic marble sourced from Mount Pentelicus near Athens, the temple boasts a rectangular design surrounded by a colonnade of imposing Doric columns. Six columns grace the facade, while thirteen columns adorn each of the longer sides, totaling 34 in all.
Adorning the temple's exterior would have been intricate sculptural decorations, though many of these have since been lost to time. The pediments, likely adorned with scenes from Greek mythology, once crowned the temple's eastern and western ends, adding an artistic flourish to the structure.
What makes the Temple of Theseus truly remarkable is its exceptional state of preservation. Unlike many ancient monuments that have weathered centuries of wear and tear, this temple has survived remarkably intact. It even served as a Christian church dedicated to Saint George during the medieval era, contributing to its preservation.
Today, the Temple of Theseus stands proudly as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved ancient Greek temples in existence. Its enduring legacy not only showcases the architectural prowess of ancient Athens but also invites visitors to step back in time and marvel at the craftsmanship of bygone eras.
- Creator:Italian Grand Tour
- Dimensions:Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 12.75 in (32.39 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Cirencester, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU509314323312
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