This week, Frank has asked us to show something that connects us to the ancient. My first thought was my mirror, but I’m too kind to inflict that on you.
The main things that link me to the past are, I think, stories: myths, novels, paintings, graffiti, and more. I have to say that Stephen Fry’s brilliantly written Mythos and Heroes truly got me in the mood for my visit to Athens this year. He brought it all to life, and as I wandered around Athens I could hear his voice guiding me.
The Parthenon was covered with statues, engravings and murals showing local life, including births, battles and deaths. The east pediment depicted the birth of Athena, with only small sections left in position (not real though – copies only). The real remains and a fascinating reconstruction of the whole scene can be seen in the Parthenon Museum.
These small and personal hints of the past give the site life, not just grandeur.
Copyright Debbie Smyth, 5 June 2019
Posted as part of Tuesday Photo Challenge
Lovely unusual photos
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I love history so I loved this. When our older girl was little, she was sitting in the back of the car with the road atlas, saying “Here’s the Valley of the Kings, here’s…” Then she asked me, “Mom, can we go to ancient Egypt?” 🙂
janet
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Ou brought her up well! And I hope you complied with the travel request 🙂 🙂
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Of course. 🙂
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I love your sense of humor and I’m sure the mirror would not be reflecting something ancient.
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Just made it there myself last week. Truly majestic and, as you say, grandeur. Beautiful pics.
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It’s amazing. Hard to go anywhere in the city and not see the Acropolis towering above.
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Your mirror…oh please, don’t do yourself down, Debbie!! Anyways, some great Ancient Greece here
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I always wear makeup when I meet you 🙂 🙂
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😄😄😂
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