Ancient Greeks

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Iliad and Odyssey
~ ILIAD AND ODYSSEY ~ On this page you will find ten exquisite color images from Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey. Included are scenes of Diomed fighting Ares, Ajax defending the Greeks, Thetis with Achille's Armor, and more.
Types of Greek Columns
~ TYPES OF GREEK COLUMNS ~ On this page are fifteen illustrations depicting the three Types of Greek Columns — the Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian Orders. You'll find fantastic views and details of these wonderful pieces of ancient Greek architecture.
Greek Vases
~ GREEK VASES ~ Here are six black and white images of Greek Vases from the book History of Ancient Pottery by H. B. Walters and published in 1905. These vases have wonderful illustrations depicting Greek culture and life.
Greek Borders Patterns
~ GREEK BORDER PATTERNS ~ On this page are twelve wonderful black and white Greek Border Patterns drawn from ancient Greek vases and friezes. There are styles using honeysuckle, ivy, and scrolls. They come from the book Suggestions in Design by John Leighton, published in 1880.
Greek Border Designs
~ GREEK BORDER DESIGNS ~ Here are ten stunning black and white Greek Border Designs to use in your art projects. Included are several familiar meander, or key designs, along with leaves, blossoms, and scrolls.
Ancient Greece Images
~ ANCIENT GREECE IMAGES ~ Below you will see eight charming Ancient Greece Images taken from various designs used for painting, inlay, and borders. They include fret work, ivy and other foliage, and scrolls used on borders.
The Odyssey
~ THE ODYSSEY ~ On this page are wonderful black and white images from Homer’s epic, The Odyssey. Included are depictions of Ulysses killing the suitors and the meeting between Ulysses and Penelope at the end of the story.
Homer's Odyssey
~ HOMER'S ODYSSEY ~ Below you will find an amazing color images for Homer’s Odyssey. Included are depictions of Penelope with the suitors, Ulysses killing the suitors, and Penelope and Ulysses reuniting.
Odysseus
~ ODYSSEUS ~ Below are ten lovely black and white illustrations from the first part of the journey of Odysseus, or Ulysses, as he is known in English. There are guest appearances by the Cyclops, Circe, the Sirens, and poor, patient Penelope, among others.
Ancient Greek Columns
~ ANCIENT GREEK COLUMNS ~ The influence of Greek architecture can be seen all around us. The orders of Ancient Greek Columns, in particular, can take our breath away with their beauty. On this page you will find twelve black and white illustrations of Ancient Greek Columns.
Iliad
~ ILIAD ~ Below you will find thirteen black and white illustrations for Homer’s Iliad. You will find depictions of the Judgement of Paris, the fight between Hector and Ajax, Hector’s funeral, and more.
Acropolis Parthenon
~ ACROPOLIS PARTHENON ~ On this page you’ll discover fourteen images of the Acropolis Parthenon in Athens, Greece. There are views of the temple restored, sculptures from the frieze, floor plans, and more.
Ancient Greek Vases
~ ANCIENT GREEK VASES ~ On this page are fifteen beautiful black and white illustrations of Ancient Greek Vases. The vases are from places in ancient Greece such as Thera, Athens, Mycenae, and Cyprus.
Ancient Greece Clipart
~ ANCIENT GREECE CLIPART ~ Below you will discover eighteen amazing pieces of Ancient Greece Clipart from the book Suggestions in Design by John Leighton. It was published in 1880. There are examples of ornaments influenced by honeysuckle and ivy containing mythological characters and meander designs.