Head of an archer. East Pediments Group of the Temple of Ae
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Head of an archer. East Pediments Group of the Temple of Ae
East Pediments Group of the Temple of Aegina, depicting Heracles against Troy. Detail of the head of an archer. Around 480 BC. Glyptothek Museum. Munich. Germany
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Aegina Afea Aigina Aphaea Aphaia Archer Broken Glyptothek Greeks Gulf Heracles Munich Pediment Sanctuary Saronic Trojan Troy 480bc
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This detail is a close-up view of the head of an archer from the East Pediments Group of the Temple of Aphaia, also known as the Temple of Afea, located on the island of Aegina in the Saronic Gulf of Greece. The Temple, built around 480 BC, is a remarkable example of ancient Greek architecture and sculpture. The pediments of the temple are adorned with intricate reliefs depicting various mythological scenes, including the epic tale of Heracles (Hercules) and his battle against Troy. The archer's face is etched with intense concentration, his eyes focused intently on his target. His helmet, with its distinctive crest and cheek guards, protects him from enemy arrows. The broken edges of the stone suggest that this masterpiece has survived the test of time, enduring the elements and the passage of centuries. The Temple of Aphaia was a significant religious sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Aphaia, who was revered as a protector of the island and its people. The temple's art and architecture reflect the artistic and cultural achievements of ancient Greece during the 5th century BC. Today, this exquisite detail is preserved and displayed at the Glyptothek Museum in Munich, Germany, where it continues to inspire awe and admiration from visitors around the world.
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