the sculpture is created in an athletic stance which is part of movement
The discus throw was made in 776 B.C. in ancient Greece, no one knows specificaly where
è the discus thrower statue reveals a taste for grace and form in a nude male athlete. It also seems to support athletic involvement.
The original Greek bronze by Myron of Eleutherai was lost, and all that survive are the Roman marble (and other) copies we see today. There are links to posts on the Discobolus (or Discobolos) and you can use them to see the sculpture and get more information on this recognizable piece of classic art.
It reveals that the Greeks appreciated athletic events and good looks!
Myron
Greece
to throw
the sculpture is created in an athletic stance which is part of movement
Myron
Michael Robertson - discus thrower - was born in 1983.
The discus throw was made in 776 B.C. in ancient Greece, no one knows specificaly where
He made the Discobolus, a discus thrower.
Believe it or not, it is called discus throwing.
Myron of Eleutherae was a 5th century B.C. sculptor from Greece. He worked in bronze and was known for the unique poses in his work. His most famous sculpture was the Discus Thrower.
discus thrower
A discus is a very heavy stone that was thrown by men. The discus was an indicator of great strength and heroism.