Myron facts for kids
Myron of Eleutherae was a famous Greek sculptor from ancient Athens. He lived and worked around 480 to 440 BC. Myron was born in a place called Eleutherae. This town was located between the regions of Boeotia and Attica.
A writer named Pliny the Elder wrote that Myron's teacher was Ageladas of Argos. Ageladas was also a well-known sculptor.
Sadly, none of Myron's original sculptures still exist today. However, we know about his work from many later copies. Most of these copies were made by the Romans using marble.
Myron's Famous Works
Myron created many amazing sculptures. His most famous work is the Discobolus, which means "Discus Thrower." This statue shows an athlete in the middle of throwing a discus. It is a very dynamic and lifelike pose.
Another important work was a group of sculptures showing Theseus and the Minotaur. The Minotaur was a mythical creature with the head of a bull and the body of a man. Myron also made a famous sculpture of a cow. People said it looked so real that it could almost moo!
These copies help us understand how talented Myron was. They show us the beauty and skill of ancient Greek art.
Images for kids
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This is a Roman copy of Myron's famous heifer (cow) sculpture. You can see it at the Musei Capitolini in Rome.
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A head of a boxer, also found at the Musei Capitolini.
See also
In Spanish: Mirón para niños
