Fronton Collection

Greece. Athens. Parthenon. Head of horse from the chariot of the moon-goddes Selene. East pediment. 5th C. BC. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

The Basque sport of pelota being played at Olympia, London (litho)
6014078 The Basque sport of pelota being played at Olympia, London (litho) by Sheldon, Charles Mills (1866-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Interior of the Fiesta Alegre Fronton court and stands, Madrid, Spain seen here on the day of its inauguration, it was later demolished in the 20th century

Exteriorof the Fiesta Alegre Fronton court building, Madrid, Spain seen here on the day of its inauguration, it was later demolished in the 20th century

Lazio Roma Rome Marino S. Barnaba Collegiate church
Lazio Roma Marino S. Barnaba, Collegiate church, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Exterior views of facade 1653 including statues of niched saints, angels

Greece. Athens. Parthenon West Pediment. Figure of Hermes. About 438-432 BC. High Classical. Attica. British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Parthenon. Pediment. Greek art
Laborde Head. 448 - 432 BC. Fragment of the feminine figure from the western fronton pediment. Classical Greek art. Sculpture on marble. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. Paris. Louvre Museum

Paris, France - Eglise de La Madeleine. Date: circa 1900

Paris, France - Eglise de Sorbonne. Date: 1831

Paris, France - Eglise Saint Philippe du Roule. Date: 1821

Basque Region of France - Pelota game in progress
The Basque game of Pelota played in front of a large crowd in Basque France. Pelota in Spanish, pilota in Basque and Catalan

Marriage of Mars and Aphrodite. 1st century AD. House of Lucretius Fronton, Pompei. Fresco
Marriage of Mars and Aphrodite.1st century AD. House of Lucretius Fronton, Pompei. Fresco

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"Fronton: A Glimpse into the Artistic and Sporting Heritage of Greece, Paris, and Madrid" In the ancient city of Athens, Greece, stands the majestic Parthenon, a symbol of architectural brilliance. The West Pediment of this iconic structure showcases intricate sculptures depicting scenes from Greek mythology. Among them is the head of a horse from the chariot race - an ode to athleticism and strength. Moving to modern-day Athens, we find ourselves captivated by another masterpiece within the Parthenon's West Pediment - a figure of Hermes. This sculpture exemplifies Greek artistry at its finest, with its meticulous details and lifelike representation. Venturing beyond Greece's borders to Paris, France, we discover three magnificent churches that bear witness to centuries-old history. Eglise de La Madeleine boasts stunning architecture while Eglise de Sorbonne exudes an aura of intellectualism. Meanwhile, Eglise Saint Philippe du Roule emanates spiritual tranquility. Transporting ourselves back in time through lithographs brings us to Olympia London where pelota - a Basque sport - was played with fervor. Witnessing this lively game amidst grandeur reminds us that sports have always been an integral part of human culture. Returning to Spain's capital city Madrid takes us on a journey through time as we explore Fiesta Alegre Fronton court. Its interior reveals bustling crowds eagerly watching matches unfold while its exterior showcases architectural splendor before it met its demise in the 20th century. Finally returning once more to Greece's Parthenon West Pediment introduces us to Iris - yet another captivating figure sculpted with precision and grace. From ancient Greece's artistic marvels depicted on temple pediments to Parisian churches embodying cultural heritage and Madrid's vibrant sporting arenas lost but not forgotten; frontons offer glimpses into historical narratives that continue inspiring awe today.