Greece Olympia Socks
Description: Greece. Ancient Olympia. Ruins of Philippeion. Canon Rebel T1i Canon EF-S 18-200 inspired by the beautiful site. National Heritage Site Uploaded July 11, 2011 Olympia, a sanctuary of ancient Greece in Elis, is known for having been the site of the Olympic Games in classical times, comparable in importance to the Pythian Games held in Delphi. Both games were held every Olympiad (i.e. every four years), the Olympic Games dating back possibly further than 776 BC. In 394 AD, (after exactly 1170 years) emperor Theodosius I abolished them as they were then considered reminiscent of paganism. The first olympic games were in Olympia in honor of Zeus. The Philippeion in Olympia was an Ionic circular memorial of ivory and gold, which contai...
Description: Greece. Ancient Olympia. Hermes by Praxiteles. Detail. Canon Rebel T1i Canon EF-s 18-200 inspired by the beautiful sculpture Uploaded July 13, 2011 Praxiteles of Athens, the son of Cephisodotus the Elder, was the most renowned of the Attic sculptors of the 4th century BC. He was the first to sculpt the nude female form in a life-size statue. While no indubitably attributable sculpture by Praxiteles is extant, numerous copies of his works have survived; several authors, including Pliny the Elder, wrote of his works; and coins engraved with silhouettes of his various famous statuary types from the period still exist. In 1911, the Encyclopaedia Britannica noted that "Our knowledge of Praxiteles has received a great addition, and has...
Description: Step back into the cradle of Western civilization with this vintage-inspired Olympia, Greece design. This "Modern Heritage" graphic features a sophisticated line-art illustration of ancient Hellenic ruins, including classic Doric columns and arched stonework, intertwined with a symbolic olive branch—the traditional emblem of peace and Olympic victory. Commemorating 776 BC, the historic year of the first Olympic Games, this design pairs bold arched collegiate typography with a timeless navy-blue palette. Perfect for history enthusiasts, world travelers, and those who cherish the enduring legacy of ancient Greece.
Description: Explore the beautiful regions of Greece with this Spirograph Patterned Greece Provinces Map. This print-on-demand design features a colorful and intricate spirograph pattern overlaid on a map of Greece's provinces, making it a unique and eye-catching addition to any home or office decor. The detailed design captures the essence of Greece's rich history, culture, and natural beauty, and is perfect for those who love to travel or have an interest in geography. This map is printed on high-quality paper with a matte finish, making it easy to frame and display. It's a perfect gift for friends, family, or anyone who loves Greece and its provinces.
Description: The Olympia Restaurant was a fictional Brooklyn greasy spoon featured in a recurring SNL sketch. The owner was Greek, as were several of his employees. The skit was based on customers discovering only three items on the restaurant's long menu could actually be ordered successfully: a cheeburger, cheeps, and Petsi. Those who ordered french fries got the response, "No fries! Cheeps!" Most famously, if a customer complained about having to order a cheeseburger, Pete would point out all the other customers enjoying said dish, e.g. "Too early for cheeburger? Look! [pointing around restaurant] Cheeburger, cheeburger, cheeburger, cheeburger, cheeburger, cheeburger, cheeburger, cheeburger, cheeburger! Eh?"
Description: Queen of Witches... Queen of Ghosts... Mother of the Dark Moon... Goddess of Magick, the Underworld, and Guardian of the Triple Crossroads—the pre-Olympian moon goddess, Hecate, has carried many titles and worn many masks through the ages, but her power and influence still remain unbowed.
