A variety of different sculptures, paintings, and architectures have been found threw out our history, but none have been as captivating as the ones sculpted by the Greeks. Falling Warrior from the East Pediment at the Temple of Aphaia at Aegina is the name of one of the sculptures that I discovered while doing my research that grabbed my attention and satisfied my stipulation. The subject seen being portrayed in the pediment depicts a warrior from the battle at Troy. This not only is a sculpture but a way of honoring the falling warriors that gave their all in the battlefield.
The Falling warrior was created in 490 BC and it’s said to be one of the first sculptures at the pediment’s right end. (What do I know...?, 2012) In a book called “The archaeology of Greece: an introduction” it stated that the sculpture was constructed of marble and its 1.42m long. Also sating that the sculpture can be seen on display at the Glyptothek in Munich, Germany. (Biers., 1996) While at first glance many people just see a warrior from Greece that has been wounded, having a deeper examination more can be perceived. It can be perceived that the warrior is …show more content…
According to an article called “Ancient Military” it was said that many men fought armed primarily with spears and short swords, and the Greek warriors had already jumped ahead of their contemporaries in the use of shields and armor. (Ancient Military.com , 2014) This represented how time and dedication put in their trainings, allowed them to innovate their weapons and became well established warriors. The Greeks were also able to perfect their heavy infantry tactics, and when they were united, they were able to defeat an invasion by Persia, the super-power of their day. Allowing them to become well respected by the people and showing the world how well developed they actually
The Falling warrior was created in 490 BC and it’s said to be one of the first sculptures at the pediment’s right end. (What do I know...?, 2012) In a book called “The archaeology of Greece: an introduction” it stated that the sculpture was constructed of marble and its 1.42m long. Also sating that the sculpture can be seen on display at the Glyptothek in Munich, Germany. (Biers., 1996) While at first glance many people just see a warrior from Greece that has been wounded, having a deeper examination more can be perceived. It can be perceived that the warrior is …show more content…
According to an article called “Ancient Military” it was said that many men fought armed primarily with spears and short swords, and the Greek warriors had already jumped ahead of their contemporaries in the use of shields and armor. (Ancient Military.com , 2014) This represented how time and dedication put in their trainings, allowed them to innovate their weapons and became well established warriors. The Greeks were also able to perfect their heavy infantry tactics, and when they were united, they were able to defeat an invasion by Persia, the super-power of their day. Allowing them to become well respected by the people and showing the world how well developed they actually