If I say the words “Athens, Greece”, what do you think of?Chances are, you think about about white marble statues and temples–beautifully simplistic art and architecture. That’s what comes to mind when I hear those words. But, apparently, my understanding of history and culture and Greek architecture and art are a little skewed. And I’m betting some of you have a warped perception as well.
See, apparently all those white marble structures and statues we think of are only white because time and the elements have worn off their original coatings. Yes, they were painted! Bold, bright, vivid colors. And all, apparently, without good prep work, since the paint all peeled off!