Fidias
12.40x6.00 m
The Bronze Group at Delphi with Apollo and Athena
Artist
FidiasDescription
A monumental bronze group sculpted by Phidias depicting Apollo and Athena among other figures of Greek mythology.
Historical Context
Created in the 5th century BC during the Classical period of Ancient Greece, when the arts flourished under the leadership of Pericles.
Artistic Movement
Classical Greek Art
Year
2001
Materials
Bronze
Technique
Casting
Conservation Status
unknown
Location
Unknow
Provenance
Originally placed at the sanctuary of Delphi, commemorating the victories of the Greeks.
Exhibition History
Notable presence in various exhibitions of Classical Greek sculpture.
Inscriptions & Signatures
No visible signatures have been recorded.
Frame Information
Not applicable as it is a sculpture.
Condition Reports
unknown
References & Bibliography
Plutarch and Pausanias provide historical mentions of the work and its significance.