The Athenian Building Program Flashcards
What was the significance of the Persian Wars in relation to the Athenian Building Programme?
The Persian Wars prompted the use of Delian League funds for the building programme.
Where were the main buildings of the Athenian Building Programme located?
On the Acropolis and in the Agora in Athens.
Which developments occurred outside Athens in relation to the Building Programme?
Sounion and Brauron.
What is a key feature of the sculpture on the Acropolis?
Its interpretation reflects the themes of the building programme.
Who was the famous Athenian sculptor that supervised Pericles’ building programme?
Pheidias.
What oath did the Athenians take after the Persian sacking of Athens?
An oath not to rebuild the temples on the Acropolis.
What did the Athenians do with the statues after the Persian attack?
They buried the statues that had been knocked down.
What change occurred around 449 that affected Pericles’ Building Programme?
The cessation of hostilities with the Persians.
Which notable architects worked alongside Pheidias on the building programme?
Callicrates and Ictinus.
What funding source was used for Pericles’ ambitious building programme?
The tribute from Athens’ allies in the Delian League.
What was the public perception of using Delian League funds for the building programme?
Some viewed it as an act of tyranny.
How did Pericles respond to the criticisms regarding the use of tribute funds?
He proposed to pay for the developments himself.
What was Pheidias accused of in relation to the Athena Parthenos statue?
Stealing gold meant for the statue and depicting himself and Pericles on its shield.
What were the consequences for Pheidias due to the accusations against him?
He was imprisoned and reportedly died there.
What does the construction material used in the Athenian buildings signify?
Much of the construction work was completed in marble, which was remarkable for its cost.
What color scheme would the buildings have originally featured?
They were painted in bright colors such as red, blue, and yellow.
According to Thucydides 1.10, how would future generations perceive the remnants of Sparta compared to Athens?
They would find it difficult to believe Sparta was powerful, while Athens would appear twice as powerful.
What analytical questions should be asked when analyzing art and architecture?
- Who commissioned the artwork?
- Was it set up in public or in private?
- Who had access to it?
- Why was it set up?
- What materials were used and what did it cost?
- Which characters or what event is it showing and why?
- How does it interact with its surroundings?
