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Phidias

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Phidias was a prominent Athenian sculptor of the Classical Greek period, renowned for his monumental works like the Parthenon’s frieze and statue of Athena Parthenos, demonstrating exceptional skill in marble and gold techniques.

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Was Phidias a Classical Greek or Hellenistic sculptor?

Phidias was a Classical Greek sculptor associated with Athens in the 5th century BCE. He lived well before the Hellenistic period, which began after the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BCE.

What was the Athena Parthenos made from?

The Athena Parthenos was a monumental chryselephantine statue made with gold and ivory over a supporting structure. Phidias created it for the Parthenon in Athens, although the original statue has not survived.

Did Phidias personally carve every part of the Parthenon frieze?

Phidias is generally associated with supervising the Parthenon's sculptural program rather than being the sole carver of every section. The frieze was produced by a Classical Greek workshop under his artistic direction.

What happened to Phidias's statue of Zeus at Olympia?

The seated Zeus at Olympia was another famous chryselephantine work attributed to Phidias. It was later counted among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, but the statue itself no longer survives.

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