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The Alexander Sarcophagus

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The Alexander Sarcophagus , c. 312 B.C.E., Pentelic marble and polychromy, found in Sidon, 195 x 318 x 167 cm (İstanbul Archaeological Museums) The Alexander Sarcophagus was first discovered in the late nineteenth century in the royal necropolis (a city of dead kings and their families) in Sidon, Lebanon. It dates back to the late 4th century BC. It was made out of Pentelic marble, one of the highest quality marbles valued for its clarity, its strength, and its ability to care up very well. Historians originally thought that the Sarcophagus was made for Abdalonymus, King of Sidon, since it was found there, or maybe even Mazaeus, a Persian nobleman. It is indeed a spectacularly large, expensive and beautiful tomb. It is in the shape of the Greek temple. It is highly detailed before you look at the friezes. Friezes however carry two different stories. The Alexander Sarcophagus , c. 312 B.C.E., Pentelic marble and polychromy, found in Sidon, 195 x 318 x 167 cm (İstanbul Archaeological
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Ancient Theater

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Colosseum (Flavian Amphitheater, or Amphitheatrum Flavium), c. 70-80 C.E., Rome, an ARCHES video      Theaters were a great attraction to ancient Greeks. They were a form of entertainment for them, something to look forward to after the long week of work. Historians say that "Greek theatre began in the 6th century BCE in Athens with the performance of tragedy plays at religious festivals." (1) That later was evolved into comedy and drama, which was widely popular among the population. They were utilizing the hillsides and natural terrain to its best abilities. They were mainly built in the downside slope so people who were sitting on the very top could still see the action and better hearing of the play. The steps going upward were made for the audience, while the bottom circular part was built for performers.       While Romans loved the concept of the theater, they borrowed the idea from Greeks, however made some modifications to the structures. As much as Romans loved thea
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The Blue Mosque

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The art I have selected is the The Blue Mosque.        I have always been in love with architecture. Fortunately, when I was young my mom and I got to travel to Turkey. We have spent 3 days in Istanbul and it was absolutely amazing. I have countless pictures of our trip, maybe 5 of them is of my family and the rest is landscapes and architecture.       Unfortunately, we could not go inside. Our travel guide, which happened to be our friend that lives in Turkey, explained to us that The Blue Mosque is used by male population, hence no women allowed, where Hagia Sophia (literally across from each other, separated by a park and some tourist shopping stops) is for female population. However, from what we could see, on the inside it was just as beautiful and grand, if you walk inside it takes your breath away, as on outside.       I have never been into religion myself  but I have always been amazed by religious architectural structures of other countries and religions. I might not believ
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About me

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 Hi!  My name is Sofiia Kopychenko, do not try to pronounce it, you won't get it right :) but you can call me Soph. I am originally from Russia. I moved to United States almost 5 years ago, originally moved to Phoenix, AZ where I graduated from high school, and then moved to Colorado for college.  I double major in math and computer science. I want to say it is my third year but with everything that is going on I do not remember. Due to pandemic I had to move from Pueblo because I was offered better job and internship, so online classes was all I can do. This academic year has me a little down since CSU-P does not offer 400 & 500 level math classes that I need for my major and hence it is going to put me behind for graduation.  Okay, I am attaching the most recent picture of me since I just got a haircut and I love it.  I am excited to meet you!
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