Program

Research Programs: Basic Research

Period of Performance

3/1/1973 - 6/30/1975

Funding Totals

$23,050.00 (approved)
$23,050.00 (awarded)


Origins and Evolution of Greek Sculpture: A Study of Proportions of Sculptured Figures Canons and Men

FAIN: RO-11747-73

University of Chicago (Chicago, IL 60637-5418)
Robert L. Scranton (Project Director: March 1973 to present)

Preservation and study of panels of glass opus sectile discovered at Kenchreai in Greece. The panels in question were deisgned for the decoration of some wall or walls and were made around A.D. 365. There are about one hundred panels many in perfect condition, many must be restored. An exhibit and publication will be the result.