ISBN 960-213-046-6 |
Olympia is part of the volume entitled Treasures of the Greek Museums, which introduces the reader to the priceless works of art housed in the museums of Greece. The texts, written by experts, furnish details of the historical and cultural context of these masterpieces. The most important archaeological sites are also presented, with exclusive aerial photographs and other lavish illustrations. Author
MANOLIS ANDRONIKOS |
| CONTENTS |
| Cult and Games The ancient cult and myths of Olympia - The Olympic Games The significance of the Games in Greek history |
| The Altis Architectural arrangement of the sanctuary - Excavations and research |
| The Museum Sculptures
The pediments of the temple of Zeus - The metopes of the temple of Zeus Archaic sculptures - Clay sculptures in the severe style The Nike of Paionios - The Hermes of Praxiteles |
| The finds from the workshop of Pheidias |
| The Museum Bronzes The bronze statuettes - Bronze sheets - Bronze weapons - Breastplates Greaves and helmets - Shield devices - Architectural bronzes - Tripods |
| Language | Code Number | Price in € *
5,50 |
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UK00043 | |
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FR00043 | |
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G00043 | |
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I00043 | |
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