1928 Print Colonnade Temple God Hephaestus Hephaisteion Theseus Theseion XGRB9

This is an original 1928 black and white halftone print of a view of the entrance to what is now known to be the Temple of Hephaestus or the Hephaisteion. In 1903 this was still called the Temple of Theseus, named for the Greek hero of antiquity who many historians thought had his remains housed here, but since, it has been returned to the historical title honoring Hephaestus, the Greek god of the forge. Ordered built by Pericles on the Acropolis in 449 BC, it was originally intended to remind Athenians of their great culture after the formation of the Delian League.

CONDITION

This 83+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 4.5 x 6 inches; 11 x 15 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: Pericles, Forum, Tomb, Acropolis

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