GymnasticsAncient Greek Statues Were Not White

Ancient Greek statues are white, pure and classical, just like the marble they are carved from. False. These statues were painted in fabulous bright colours. Archaeologists and art academics have known this for centuries so why does the white myth endure?

Production

  • La Blogothèque

  • Milgram

Country

France

Year

2019

Duration

5 min

Available

From 04/07/2019 to 21/02/2024

Genre

Documentaries and Reportage

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