Temple of Hephaistos, Aerial View

Alternative Title

Hephaestion

Creator

• Unknown

Files

Publisher

Saskia, Ltd., Cultural Documentation

Publication Date

1999

Time Period

447-438 BCE

Abstract

Total view of building, seen from North slope of Acropolis

Keywords

Greek Classical period, Ancient architecture, Doric columns, Doric capitals, Doric (Architectural style)

Alt Text

An ancient temple with columns stands on a hillside surrounded by trees and modern buildings in the background. The structure appears weathered, with visible signs of age and erosion.

Extent

1 color photograph

Geographic Location

Greece; Athens (Greece)

Rights

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Access Restrictions

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Media Type

Color photographs

Format

Digital Only

Note

This is a well-preserved Greek temple dedicated to Hephaestus, the patron god of metal working, craftsmanship, and fire. It is a Doric peripteral temple, located on the north-west side of the Agora of Athens, atop the Agoraios Kolonos hill. It was constructed in the 'golden age' of Classical Athens. Above the columns are the architrave and frieze, the latter consisting of triglyphs interspersed with metopes showing the Labors of Heracles. It was incorporated into the Church of Agios Georgios, and from the 7th century until 1834, it served as the Greek Orthodox church of Saint George Akamates.

Identifier

A01-JGA0066

Recommended Citation

Unknown, "Temple of Hephaistos, Aerial View" (1999). Art and Art History Collection (Saskia). 161.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/saskia/161