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The Parthenon - Online Term Paper

The Parthenon

was a temple to the patron goddess of Athens, Athena. Located
atop Athens's Acropolis, was an architectural masterpiece. It
was constructed between 447 and 432 BCE by the Greek sculptor Phidias and the
Greek architects Ictenus and Callicrates. It the largest temple in Greece.
However, subtle elements used in the construction create amazing effects. All
of the 46 massive stone columns lean inward slightly, the flutes on the columns
taper off a bit near the top and the columns get thinner near the top. When
used together these elements create the illusion of "upthrusting motion". The
illusion is most effective from a distance, when seen in contrast to the wall of
the Acropolis. ...

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of the roof depicted the battle between her and Poseidon over
control of Athens. The eastern side depicted her birth. On the outer wall
above the columns there were 92 metopes (sculptured panels) depicting battle
scenes involving heroes and gods. They included the Trojan war, the Greeks
fighting the Amazons, and the gods against the Titans. Along the walls of the
enclosed room of the Parthenon a festival honoring Athena was shown, depicting
the men and women of Athens. The Parthenon focused on Athena and the greatness
of the city of Athens.

The Parthenon shows the architectural innovation ad nd the artistic genius of
the Athenians. It shows the spirit and culture of Athens and is a history in
itself. ...

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Added: 3/28/2007 10:03:21 AM
Category: Geography
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