Asked by Hagen Backus on Apr 27, 2024

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What was notable about the depiction of Greeks on the Ionic frieze of the Parthenon?

A) The Athenians were shown as allies of the Spartans.
B) The citizens appeared to be wearing the costumes of deities.
C) It shows the earliest-known interaction between gods and men.
D) No human event had been depicted on a Greek temple previously.

Ionic Frieze

A horizontal band of sculpted or painted decoration found in classical Greek architecture, typically part of the Ionic order.

Parthenon

An ancient temple dedicated to Athena, located on the Acropolis in Athens, Greece; epitomizes the height of classical Greek architecture.

Greeks Depiction

Artistic representations or portrayals of Greek people, gods, or mythological scenes in various forms of art.

  • Detail the consequences of Greek art on the cultural and political domains of its period.
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Zybrea KnightMay 04, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The Ionic frieze of the Parthenon is notable because it was the first time a human event was depicted on a Greek temple, breaking from the tradition of depicting only mythological scenes or gods.