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Propylaea Collection

"Exploring the Majestic Propylaea: Gateways to Ancient Greece and Persia" Step back in time as you wander through the grandeur of the Propylaea

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Iran, Fars Province, Persepolis, Achaemenid archeological site, Propylon, Gate of all Nations

Iran, Fars Province, Persepolis, Achaemenid archeological site, Propylon, Gate of all Nations
Achaemenid archaeological site, Propylon, Gate of All Nations, Persepolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Fars Province, Iran, Middle East

Background imagePropylaea Collection: GREECE. ATTICA. Athens. Acropolis. Parthenon

GREECE. ATTICA. Athens. Acropolis. Parthenon, Propylaea and Erechtheum. Architecture

Background imagePropylaea Collection: GREECE. ATTICA. Athens. Acropolis. Parthenon

GREECE. ATTICA. Athens. Acropolis. Parthenon, Propylaea and Erechtheum. Classical Greek art. Architecture

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Greek Architecture, Acropolis, Greek Theatre, Stadium, Maussoleum (engraving)

Greek Architecture, Acropolis, Greek Theatre, Stadium, Maussoleum (engraving)
8644770 Greek Architecture, Acropolis, Greek Theatre, Stadium, Maussoleum (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Greek Architecture, Acropolis, Greek Theatre)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Ruins of the Propylaea on the Acropolis, Athens (engraving)

Ruins of the Propylaea on the Acropolis, Athens (engraving)
8635052 Ruins of the Propylaea on the Acropolis, Athens (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ruins of the Propylaea on the Acropolis, Athens, Greece)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Greek Architecture, Details (engraving)

Greek Architecture, Details (engraving)
8644771 Greek Architecture, Details (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Greek Architecture, Details)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Propylaea Ancient entrance gateway ruins Acropolis, Athens, Greece

Propylaea Ancient entrance gateway ruins Acropolis, Athens, Greece. Construction ended in 432 BC

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Greece, Athens, Propylaea, Gateway to the Acropolis and Nike Temple

Greece, Athens, Propylaea, Gateway to the Acropolis and Nike Temple
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Background imagePropylaea Collection: The Propylaea, entrance to the Acropolis, Athens, Greece

The Propylaea, entrance to the Acropolis, Athens, Greece
View of the Propylaea, entrance to the Acropolis, Athens, Greece. At right, the Temple of Athena Nike, and at left, the building with the paintings of the Greek painter Polignotus. I Propilei

Background imagePropylaea Collection: View of the Acropolis, Athens, Greece

View of the Acropolis, Athens, Greece

Background imagePropylaea Collection: The Acropolis illuminated by floodlight, Athens, Greece

The Acropolis illuminated by floodlight, Athens, Greece

Background imagePropylaea Collection: The Propylaea in Athens, 1818

The Propylaea in Athens, 1818
An architectural pencil drawing of the Propylaea of the Athenian Acropolis, a monumental gateway commissioned by Pericles in order to rebuild after the Persian wars. Date: 1818

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Examples of the proportions of Doric columns, Greek architecture

Examples of the proportions of Doric columns, Greek architecture
6340224 Examples of the proportions of Doric columns, Greek architecture by Sasso, Giovanni Antonio (19th century); (add.info.: Examples of the proportions of Doric columns, Greek architecture)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: View of the Propylaea, entrance to the Acropolis, Athens, Greece

View of the Propylaea, entrance to the Acropolis, Athens, Greece
6340232 View of the Propylaea, entrance to the Acropolis, Athens, Greece by Sasso, Giovanni Antonio (19th century); (add.info.: View of the Propylaea, entrance to the Acropolis, Athens, Greece)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Karnak, Propylone du Temple de Khons;Thebes, 1849 / 51, printed 1852

Karnak, Propylone du Temple de Khons;Thebes, 1849 / 51, printed 1852
Karnak, Propylone du Temple de Khons; Thebes, 1849/51, printed 1852. A work made of salted paper print, plate 27 from the album " egypte, nubie, palestine et syrie" (1852)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Medinet-Habou, Propylees du Thoutmoseum;Thebes, 1849 / 51, printed 1852

Medinet-Habou, Propylees du Thoutmoseum;Thebes, 1849 / 51, printed 1852
Medinet-Habou, Propylees du Thoutmoseum; Thebes, 1849/51, printed 1852. A work made of salted paper print, plate 47 from the album " egypte, nubie, palestine et syrie" (1852)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Palais de Karnak, Propylees du Sud;Thebes, 1849 / 51, printed 1852

Palais de Karnak, Propylees du Sud;Thebes, 1849 / 51, printed 1852
Palais de Karnak, Propylees du Sud; Thebes, 1849/51, printed 1852. A work made of salted paper print, plate 30 from the album " egypte, nubie, palestine et syrie" (1852)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: View of the city of Athens, Greece, with the Acropolis and Parthenon at left, ruins of columns

View of the city of Athens, Greece, with the Acropolis and Parthenon at left, ruins of columns
6340087 View of the city of Athens, Greece, with the Acropolis and Parthenon at left, ruins of columns, monuments and Propylaea in front by Unknown Artist

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Athens: The Acropolis, The Beule Gate and the Propylaea (b / w photo)

Athens: The Acropolis, The Beule Gate and the Propylaea (b / w photo)
5225064 Athens: The Acropolis, The Beule Gate and the Propylaea (b/w photo) by Greek Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Acropolis, The Beule Gate and the Propylaea)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Persepolis, Propylaea (engraving)

Persepolis, Propylaea (engraving)
973603 Persepolis, Propylaea (engraving) by Perrot, Georges (1832-1914) and Chipiez, Charles (1835-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Persepolis, Propylaea)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Facade and plan of rooms in an ancient Greek house

Facade and plan of rooms in an ancient Greek house. Thyrorion or hallway A, stables B, servants room C, Perystilion or minor courtyard D, passageway E, Gineceo or laundry F, large room G

Background imagePropylaea Collection: View of the interior of the Parthenon, Athens, Greece

View of the interior of the Parthenon, Athens, Greece. Interno del Partenone scoperto. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Ancient Greek temples of Hera at Paestum, Italy

Ancient Greek temples of Hera at Paestum, Italy
View of the ancient Greek temples of Hera at Paestum, Italy. Tempio di Pesto. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giovanni Antonio Sasso from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Background imagePropylaea Collection: The Acropolis of Athens, Ancient Greece (engraving)

The Acropolis of Athens, Ancient Greece (engraving)
5216665 The Acropolis of Athens, Ancient Greece (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Acropolis of Athens, Ancient Greece)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Propylaea, entrance to the Acropolis of Athens, Ancient Greece (engraving)

Propylaea, entrance to the Acropolis of Athens, Ancient Greece (engraving)
5216657 Propylaea, entrance to the Acropolis of Athens, Ancient Greece (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Propylaea, entrance to the Acropolis of Athens)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: West view of the Acropolis, built c. 600 BC-450 BC (photo)

West view of the Acropolis, built c. 600 BC-450 BC (photo)
JB148404 West view of the Acropolis, built c.600 BC-450 BC (photo) by Greek School; Athens, Greece; (add.info.: first inhabited and fortified in Bronze age)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: The several columns at Persepolis and Istakhr compared (engraving)

The several columns at Persepolis and Istakhr compared (engraving)
973606 The several columns at Persepolis and Istakhr compared (engraving) by Perrot, Georges (1832-1914) and Chipiez, Charles (1835-1901); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Ionic entablature (colour litho)

Ionic entablature (colour litho)
6001519 Ionic entablature (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ionic entablature)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Propylaea of Xerxes at Persepolis facing the Grand Staircase (colour litho)

Propylaea of Xerxes at Persepolis facing the Grand Staircase (colour litho)
3099396 Propylaea of Xerxes at Persepolis facing the Grand Staircase (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Inner propylaea of Eleusis, Ancient Greece (engraving)

Inner propylaea of Eleusis, Ancient Greece (engraving)
5216662 Inner propylaea of Eleusis, Ancient Greece (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inner propylaea of Eleusis, Ancient Greece)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Views in Athens (engraving)

Views in Athens (engraving)
966703 Views in Athens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Views in Athens. Illustration for The World its Cities and Peoples by Edwin Hopper (Cassell)

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Persepolis, North-western side of the platform, Propylaea, and Hypostyle Hall of Xerxes (engraving)

Persepolis, North-western side of the platform, Propylaea, and Hypostyle Hall of Xerxes (engraving)
973641 Persepolis, North-western side of the platform, Propylaea, and Hypostyle Hall of Xerxes (engraving) by Perrot, Georges (1832-1914) and Chipiez

Background imagePropylaea Collection: The Propylaeum from the East, 1890. Creator: Themistocles von Eckenbrecher

The Propylaeum from the East, 1890. Creator: Themistocles von Eckenbrecher
The Propylaeum from the East, 1890

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Propylaeum, 1890. Creator: Themistocles von Eckenbrecher

Propylaeum, 1890. Creator: Themistocles von Eckenbrecher
Propylaeum, 1890

Background imagePropylaea Collection: The Propylaea, Athens, 1913. Creator: Joseph Pennell

The Propylaea, Athens, 1913. Creator: Joseph Pennell
The Propylaea, Athens, 1913

Background imagePropylaea Collection: The Propylae on the Acropolis, 1857. Creator: James Robertson

The Propylae on the Acropolis, 1857. Creator: James Robertson
The Propylae on the Acropolis, 1857

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Propylaea from the Southwest, 1882. Creator: William James Stillman

Propylaea from the Southwest, 1882. Creator: William James Stillman
Propylaea from the Southwest, 1882

Background imagePropylaea Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20109878

EyeUbiquitous_20109878
Greece, Crete, Knossos, The north entrance, depicting the charging bull fresco, Knossos Palace

Background imagePropylaea Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20109876

EyeUbiquitous_20109876
Greece, Crete, Knossos, The north entrance, Knossos Palace

Background imagePropylaea Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20109862

EyeUbiquitous_20109862
Greece, Attica, Athens, Hadrians Library

Background imagePropylaea Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20109861

EyeUbiquitous_20109861
Greece, Attica, Athens, Hadrians Library

Background imagePropylaea Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20109877

EyeUbiquitous_20109877
Greece, Crete, Knossos, The north entrance, depicting the charging bull fresco, Knossos Palace

Background imagePropylaea Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20109858

EyeUbiquitous_20109858
Greece, Attica, Athens, University of Athens

Background imagePropylaea Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20101057

EyeUbiquitous_20101057
Greece, Attica, Athens, Acropolis Propylaea gate against clear blue summer sky from low viewpoint looking upwards

Background imagePropylaea Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20101058

EyeUbiquitous_20101058
Greece, Attica, Athens, Acropolis Propylaea gate, part view with Do not touch the Marble sign

Background imagePropylaea Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20101056

EyeUbiquitous_20101056
Greece, Attica, Athens, View across city from the Acropolis Propylaea gate to Mount Parnitha to the north

Background imagePropylaea Collection: Ancient Greek polychrome architecture, (1898). Creator: Unknown

Ancient Greek polychrome architecture, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Ancient Greek polychrome architecture, (1898). Fig 1: Polychrome cyma (ogee) with lions head from Selinus. Fig 2: Acroterium [acroterion] from the temple of Nike Apteros



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"Exploring the Majestic Propylaea: Gateways to Ancient Greece and Persia" Step back in time as you wander through the grandeur of the Propylaea, a monumental entrance gateway that stood proudly at various historical sites. From its iconic presence on Athens' Acropolis, overlooking the Parthenon, to its counterpart in Persepolis, Iran's Achaemenid archeological site known as the Gate of all Nations, these structures hold tales of ancient civilizations. In Greece's Attica region, specifically Athens, stands one of history's most renowned architectural marvels – the Propylaea. Dating back centuries and captured beautifully in artworks like "The Propylaea in Athens" from 1818 or depicted amidst restoration efforts on the Acropolis itself, this gateway serves as a testament to Greek artistry and ingenuity. As you gaze upon breathtaking views of Athens' Acropolis illuminated by floodlights or admire examples showcasing Doric columns' proportions within Greek architecture, it becomes evident why this UNESCO World Heritage Site continues to captivate visitors worldwide. Immerse yourself further into history with a visit to Persepolis in Fars Province, Iran. Here lies another remarkable example architecture – an imposing structure known as the Gate of all Nations. This ancient entrance gateway once welcomed travelers from far-flung lands into Persian territory during Achaemenid rule. Whether exploring Greece's Acropolis or delving into Persia's rich past at Persepolis, both propylaean gateways offer glimpses into societies long gone but forever etched within our collective memory. So step through these portals and let your imagination transport you back to an era where greatness reigned supreme.