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The pediments look as though the figures are rising up towards the center with negative space, all while the figures overlap each other and are engaging in activity

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The west pediment depicting the contest between Athena and Poseidon shows the power and victory of Athena, thus displaying the same strength and power in Athens

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The temple and Athena herself were built following the Persian war, and represented a sort of victory the Athenians had over the persians

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The massive size of the colossal athena immediately conveys a sense of power to those who view it, partially signifying the military power of Athens. This statue is made of precious materials, including gold and ivory, which is another indicator of victory and success. Additionally, Athena was a war god & the patron god of Athens.

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The metope tells the story of a hard battle fought against the Persians. It shows an Athenian crushed by a centaur representing one of the difficulties they had to go through to eventually win the battle. This signifies Athenian's power and political significance over Persians.

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Colossal Athena (isabel, isabella, varun, quana)

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Colossal Athena (isabel, isabella, varun, quana)

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The colossal athena shows the patron goddess of athens, in a gold dress with emblems of power. this depiction of her holds the political justification of Athena as the patron goddess- with her protection and guidance, the politics were therefore deemed successful.

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The horsemen in the frieze are shown to be proud, with idealistic and powerful figures, showing the Athenian pride

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shows one of the high points of the Great Panathenaea festival, which was held in Athens every four years - shows prosperity and power of the city

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The statue was massive and depicted the patron goddess of Athens, Athena, which would have served as a representation of Athenian power and identity. It was also made of gold and ivory, expensive materials that would represent their wealth and instilled pride.

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The woman are in contrapposto, their weight is on their left leg and they have their right leg forward.

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The figure looks off-balance and somewhat awkward as she raises one foot to reach her sandal and bends her other leg. At the same time, there's a sense of balance and symmetry in how her wings counteract her bent posture.

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Struggle between the wise, human Athenians and the wild, savage centaurs depicts this struggle between order and chaos

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The Plaque of Erastines depicts the religious procession in honor of the goddess Athena.

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Parthenon + Lapith fighting Centaur (Katie, Emily, Jasmine, Alayna)

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Parthenon + Lapith fighting Centaur (Katie, Emily, Jasmine, Alayna)

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- scenes of mythical battle
- Lapiths (Greek tribe) fighting centaurs (part man, part horse)
- Lapiths won: holds centaur with one hand, preparing to strike him

- huge size of Parthenon shows military strength, dedicated to Athena (goddess of war)

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Depicted three goddesses they believed in. These scenes enlivened the image of the birth of Athena, the goddess in which Athens is in memorial to.

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Victory adjusting her sandal (isabel, isabella, varun, quana)

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Victory adjusting her sandal (isabel, isabella, varun, quana)

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upon entry to Athens, see immediately the imagery of power. The sculpture shows how the government was victorious over other groups and this makes them look more powerful. The representation of Victory here emits a sense of political righteousness.

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The Nike figures represented military victory and power over enemies. Having a temple dedicated to Nike Athena and images of her would reflect this idea of victory.

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The Athenian's conflict with the centaur alludes to the military strength of Athens and how they are formidable to their enemies