Smith, T. Roger (Thomas Roger), 1830-1903, Redford, George, d. 1895 · Meadville, Penna. : Flood and Vincent : Chautauqua-Century Press · leaf 74
from the island of Paros. Tlie marbleusually called Parian has a coarse, sparkling grain, which,however, takes a high finish ; but there is reason to supposethat the true Parian marble was of extremely fine grain, easyto work, and of a creamy white. Phigalian—a gray marble, seen in the bas-reliefs… … Fig. 82.—The Gate of Lioxs at Mycexje.10 feet high and 15 feet wide; of greenish limestone. CHAPTER V. ARCHAIC GREEK SCULPTURE. THE origin of the arts of Greece has been generallyascribed by her own early records and traditions toEgyptian influences. The evidence derived from thestyle of art…
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