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The Parthenon Frieze. Block N XXI
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Preserved from this block in fragmentary condition are the charioteer (61) standing on the chariot board and the apobates (62), who is shown holding his shield, but unlike the other apobates, wearing an ankle-length chiton with crossing thongs around chest and back. The appearance of this figure with priestly garb has suggested that he might be Erechtheus, the mythical founder of the apobatic contest.


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Frieze Side
North Frieze
Subject Category
Chariots
Source
Acropolis Restoration Service
Type
Sculpture
Format
image/jpeg
Format
Pentelic marble
Figures
N 61, N 62
Museum
Acropolis Museum
Stone Number
N XXI