WORLD CIVILIZATION

Detailed explanation-1: -The Statue of Zeus at Olympia is one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World. Crafted by Athenian sculptor Phidias around 435 B.C.E. to honor the greatest Greek god and the father of the Olympic Games, it was at one time the most famous statue in the ancient world.

Detailed explanation-2: -In the world of the ancient Greeks there was a very close relationship between sculpture and architecture. Both temples and sculptures were created in order to honour the gods and the sculptures were not just an embellishment of the temple; together they combined to form an integrated and harmonious whole.

Detailed explanation-3: -Ancient Greek art emphasized the importance and accomplishments of human beings. Even though much of Greek art was meant to honor the gods, those very gods were created in the image of humans. Much artwork was government sponsored and intended for public display.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Statue of Zeus at Olympia was a giant seated figure, about 12.4 m (41 ft) tall, made by the Greek sculptor Phidias around 435 BC at the sanctuary of Olympia, Greece, and erected in the Temple of Zeus there. Zeus is the sky and thunder god in ancient Greek religion, who rules as king of the gods of Mount Olympus.