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From which great ancient Athenian monument were the Elgin Marbles taken?
The Parthenon Temple on the Acropolis in Athens was adorned by a marble relief frieze, 160 m long. It depicted a festive procession in Athena's honor. Large parts of it were taken down and shipped to England by Lord Elgin, the British ambassador, in 1803. This collection is now in the British Museum, London.
What are the rules for different games of marbles?
Marbles is one of the first games ever played. There are different rules in different parts of the world, but in general people try to roll or throw their marbles to knock other marbles out of place.
Who is the goddess who kept Odysseus on her island?
Both Circe and Calypso kept Odysseus on their respective islands. Circe kept Odysseus and his crew for a year.
What kind of game did the Romans play?
the kides played marbles and used spell check to do things the right ways and not mess things up.
Who kept Odysseus captive for seven years?
The nymph Calypso kept Odysseus on her lush island of Ogygia for seven years.
Who were Elgin Marbles made for?
The Elgin marbles were made for the Parthenon in Greece
What were the Elgin marbles and their history in ancient Greece?
There is a very comprehensive Wikipedia article on the Elgin marbles (see related link)
Who made the elgin marbles?
god
Where did Elgin Marbles come from?
The Elgin Marbles were originally part of the Parthenon temple in Athens, Greece. They were removed by Lord Elgin in the early 19th century and are currently housed in the British Museum in London. Greece has been requesting their return for many years.
What was the name of the person who brought the Elgin Marbles to the British Musuem in London?
Lord Elgin
Who was the monarch when Lord Elgin took the Parthenon marbles?
King George III was the ruler of England from 1760-1820. The 7th Lord Elgin obtained the marbles about 1811.
Why are elgin marbles important to Greece?
elgin marbles are important to Greece because they come from Greece they're areca important part of Greece culture and they are a original part of greece
What type of sonnet is on seeing the elgin marbles?
its an italian sonnet
Where were elgin marbles found?
The Elgin Marbles, also known as the Parthenon Marbles, were found in the Parthenon and other structures on the Acropolis of Athens, Greece. They were excavated in the early 19th century by Thomas Bruce, the 7th Earl of Elgin, who later transported them to Britain. The marbles are renowned for their classical Greek art and architecture, depicting various mythological and historical scenes. Today, they are housed in the British Museum, sparking ongoing debates about their rightful ownership.
What are two things England had to give up?
Kohinoor diamond and elgin marbles
Why are the Parthenon sculptures sometimes called the elgin marbles?
The Parthenon sculptures are often referred to as the Elgin Marbles because they were removed from the Parthenon in Athens by Lord Elgin, the British ambassador to the Ottoman Empire, in the early 19th century. Elgin claimed he obtained permission to take the sculptures, which he later sold to the British Museum. The term "Elgin Marbles" has since become synonymous with these iconic pieces of classical Greek art, though their acquisition remains controversial and a subject of ongoing debate regarding cultural heritage and repatriation.
How long is the the elgin marbles?
The Elgin Marbles, a collection of classical Greek marble sculptures, originally adorned the Parthenon and other buildings on the Acropolis of Athens. The total length of the Parthenon frieze, which is part of the Elgin Marbles, measures about 160 meters (525 feet). The collection also includes various other pieces, such as statues and reliefs, contributing to its overall significance in art and history.
