The Sculptures Of The Parthenon

""The Sculptures of the Parthenon"" is a comprehensive book by A.S. Murray that delves into the history, art, and significance of the famous sculptures of the Parthenon in Athens, Greece. The book is divided into two parts: the first part covers the history of the Parthenon and the sculptures, while the second part focuses on the sculptures themselves. In the first part, Murray provides a detailed overview of the construction of the Parthenon, its purpose, and the cultural and historical context in which it was built. He also discusses the various controversies and debates surrounding the sculptures, including their removal from Greece and their current location in the British Museum.The second part of the book is a comprehensive analysis of the sculptures themselves, including the metopes, pediments, and frieze. Murray provides detailed descriptions of each sculpture, as well as their historical and cultural significance. He also discusses the techniques and materials used by the ancient Greek sculptors, and the influence of the Parthenon sculptures on later art and architecture.Overall, ""The Sculptures of the Parthenon"" is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Greek art and architecture, as well as the history and cultural significance of one of the world's most iconic landmarks.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.