Poulsen, Frederik, 1876-, Richards, G. C. (George Chatterton), 1867-1951 · London : Gyldendal · leaf 208
Hercdotus, vii. 61. THE TREASURY OF THE ATHENIANS 193 Greek is well modelled, and the slight turn of the body isfelt and freshly rendered, and gives occasion to correctlyrendered irregularities in the course of the muscles. In spite of bad preservation, we see amusing outlines ina metope (fig. 88)… … Fig. 88.—Athenian and captive Amazon{Fouilles de Delphes, iv, plate xlviii, 2). jerkm. He bends forward and pulls, she curves her back andresists. In this relief the outlines were unusually expressive.Of another metope only one fragment remains (fig. 89).A fallen Amazon is sinking backwards. Her…
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