Phidias: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	Pheidias
Flourished	c.490 BCE - c.430 BCE

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Marble statue by James Pradier depicting Phidias, shown standing with a draped cloak, one hand resting on his chin in a thoughtful pose.

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