Home > Historic > Ancient civilizations > Ancient Greece > Athens
Plans and section of the Odeon of Pericles, Athens, Greece
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Plans and section of the Odeon of Pericles, Athens, Greece
Plans and section of the Odeon of Athens or Odeon of Pericles in Athens, Greece. Odeo di Pericle. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Luigi Antonio Bossi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World, Il Costume Antico e Moderno, Florence, 1826
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 23383902
© Florilegius
Antico Arcades Athens Drama Dressing Elevation Ferrario Giulio Greco Machines Moderno Odeon Orchestra Peoples Performance Pericles Plan Plans Portico Proscenium Seating Section Stalls Teatro Theater Triangular
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> F
> Giulio Ferrario
> Historic
> Ancient civilizations
> Ancient Greece
> Athens
> Historic
> Ancient civilizations
> Ancient Greece
> Greek history
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images August 2021
EDITORS COMMENTS
This handcoloured copperplate engraving presents the plans and section of the renowned Odeon of Pericles, an ancient Greek theater located in Athens, Greece. The Odeon, also known as Odeo di Pericle in Italian, was a significant architectural and cultural landmark, showcasing the grandeur and sophistication of ancient Greek architecture. The intricate detail of this engraving reveals the various components of the Odeon's design. The portico, with its impressive columns and arcades, frames the entrance to the theater. The stage, complete with a proscenium, understage, hyposcenium, and parascenium, was the heart of the performance space. The orchestra, where the chorus would gather, is depicted at the front of the stage. The seating area, consisting of stalls and triangular machines, provided ample space for the audience. The elevation of the building reveals the tiered seating, with boxes and a timello, a dressing room for actors, located at the sides. The prompters' box, where the prompter would assist the actors, is also visible. The Odeon of Pericles was not only a place of entertainment but also a symbol of the ancient Greek culture and their love for drama and performance. This engraving, taken from Giulio Ferrario's "Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World," published in Florence in 1826, offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and design of this remarkable ancient Greek theater.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
