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Premium Framed Print : Fragment from Balustrade of the Temple of Athena Nike, Acropolis, Athens, ca. 1882
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Fragment from Balustrade of the Temple of Athena Nike, Acropolis, Athens, ca. 1882
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Media ID 20172535
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Acropolis Athens Athens Greece Bas Relief Drapery Stillman William J Stillman William James Temple Of Athena Nike The Acropolis Victory William J William J Stillman William James William James Stillman Winged Winged Figure Albumen Silver Print Allegorical Figure Ancient Greek Stillman
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, titled "Fragment from Balustrade of the Temple of Athena Nike, Acropolis, Athens, ca. 1882" captures a moment frozen in time from ancient Greece. Taken by renowned American photographer William James Stillman, this albumen silver print showcases a remarkable bas relief sculpture that once adorned the famous Temple of Athena Nike. The image transports us to the majestic Acropolis in Athens, where an allegorical figure stands proudly amidst the ruins. The delicate drapery gracefully envelops her female form as she spreads her wings wide with an air of victory. This winged figure symbolizes triumph and serves as a testament to Greek mythology's enduring influence on art and culture. Stillman's meticulous attention to detail brings out every intricate carving on the stone sculpture, highlighting its historical significance. The monochromatic palette adds depth and enhances our appreciation for this ancient masterpiece. Displayed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, this photograph not only preserves a fragment of architectural marvel but also pays homage to both American and Greek heritage. It serves as a reminder that art transcends borders and connects people across time and space. Through Stillman's lens, we are transported back to 19th-century Athens—a visual journey that invites us to explore history through photography's unique perspective.
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