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Grave Circle, Mycenae, Greece

Marilyn Bridges

Artwork Details

Grave Circle, Mycenae, Greece
1984
Marilyn Bridges
gelatin silver print on paper
11 in x 14 in (27.94 cm x 35.56 cm)
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James Agah, Class of 1989 (BBA)
2014/2.273

Description

Subject Matter:

Marilyn Bridges describes the markings and monuments that she photographs from above as “the messages of humankind.” As a pilot and photographer, she documents contemporary landscapes connected to ancient times, which addresses the human relationship to the earth and environment. This photograph depicts the Grave Circle, or Grave Circle A, located in the citadel walls at Mycenae, Greece. 

Physical Description:

This photograph depicts an aerial view of an ancient grave site. 

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