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	Bronze is subjected to corrosion from oxidation and weather. As a result, over time, the color of its surface turns green. However, once a copper oxide layer is formed, the underlying metal is protected from further erosion or weathering. This superficial protective later is called on a patina, and can develop naturally or artificially.		Bronze is subjected to corrosion from oxidation and weather. As a result, over time, the color of its surface turns green. However, once a copper oxide layer is formed, the underlying metal is protected from further erosion or weathering. This superficial protective later is called on a patina, and can develop naturally or artificially.

	The patina on most Ancient Greek bronze statues is natural. Its color usually depends on the composition of the soil where the statues were found buried, or of the sea from which they were recovered. For example, the light green patina on a statuette of [[Zeus]] from ~~{{Wiki\|~~Dodona}} is the result of the composition of the local soil.		The patina on most Ancient Greek bronze statues is natural. Its color usually depends on the composition of the soil where the statues were found buried, or of the sea from which they were recovered. For example, the light green patina on a statuette of [[Zeus]] from [[Dodona]] is the result of the composition of the local soil.

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 ("Who are you?")
-*'''Herodotos:''' ''My name is Herodotos, and I am a traveler from {{Wiki|Halicarnassus|Halikarnassos}}. I retrace the various events, such as wars and great calamities. I describe what I see and record what I am told — all with the aim of providing a better understanding of why these things occur. Look for me to introduce you to many sites.''
+*'''Herodotos:''' ''My name is [[Herodotos]], and I am a traveler from {{Wiki|Halicarnassus|Halikarnassos}}. I retrace the various events, such as wars and great calamities. I describe what I see and record what I am told — all with the aim of providing a better understanding of why these things occur. Look for me to introduce you to many sites.''
 ("What do you think of this place?")
-*'''Herodotos:''' ''I have always admired the dedication of Greek metalworkers. Without them, we would not have the inspiring monuments that stir the hearts of Greek citizens everywhere.''
+*'''Herodotos:''' ''I have always admired the dedication of [[Greece|Greek]] metalworkers. Without them, we would not have the inspiring monuments that stir the hearts of Greek citizens everywhere.''
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 The area that would become Argos was inhabited as early as the 3rd millennium BCE, but it was in the 7th century BCE that it officially became a city-state.
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 Archaeologists have discovered a unique bronze set of armor consisting of a helmet and corslet in a warrior's tomb at Argos. The bell-shaped corslet is the earliest known piece of body armor from Iron Age Greece.
-The corslet and helmet display both the technicall excellence and general sculpting skills Argos was known for.
+The corslet and helmet display both the technical excellence and general sculpting skills Argos was known for.
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 Bronze is an alloy composed of ninety percent copper and ten percent tin.
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 "Black bronze" is a modern term for ancient bronze artifacts with a fine black patina. Examples of black bronze include a special class of prestigious but non-functional Mycenaean bronze daggers that date back to the 2nd millennium BCE. The daggers were decorated with black inlay and gold and silver foil using a technique called "painting in metal".
-"Korinthian bronze", meanwhile, was the name given to copper alloys that were depletion glided to acquire a golden surface hue. According to legend, Korinthian bronze was originally created by aciddent during the burning of Korth in 146 BCE, which melted the city's immense quantities of gold, silver, and copper together. However, Pliny doubted the authenticity of this story, because most of the arists with worked with Korinthian bronze lived long before the 2nd century BCE.
+"Korinthian bronze", meanwhile, was the name given to copper alloys that were depletion glided to acquire a golden surface hue. According to legend, Korinthian bronze was originally created by accident during the burning of Korinth in 146 BCE, which melted the city's immense quantities of gold, silver, and copper together. However, Pliny doubted the authenticity of this story, because most of the artists with worked with Korinthian bronze lived long before the 2nd century BCE.
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 *'''Herodotos:''' ''I see you have completed your tour. I trust you have a new appreciation for Greek sculptures, after learning of the heart and soul that was poured into each step of their creation. Now, what else would you like to do?''

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'''Visit the city of Argos and learn more about the sculpting of bronze.'''

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*'''Herodotos:''' ''Welcome to Argos, traveler.''

("Who are you?")
*'''Herodotos:''' ''My name is Herodotos, and I am a traveler from {{Wiki|Halicarnassus|Halikarnassos}}. I retrace the various events, such as wars and great calamities. I describe what I see and record what I am told — all with the aim of providing a better understanding of why these things occur. Look for me to introduce you to many sites.''

("What do you think of this place?")
*'''Herodotos:''' ''I have always admired the dedication of Greek metalworkers. Without them, we would not have the inspiring monuments that stir the hearts of Greek citizens everywhere.''

("Let's begin the tour.")
*'''Herodotos:''' ''This is Argos, one of the oldest cities in Greece. The Argives were an ingenious people famous for inventions in areas like military tactics. However, what they were most renowned for was their metallurgic artistry, especially with bronze. I hope you enjoy yourself. Look for me at the end of your visit.''

|-|Introduction to Argos=
The area that would become Argos was inhabited as early as the 3rd millennium BCE, but it was in the 7th century BCE that it officially became a city-state.

One of Argos' major pillars was its metallurgical industry.

As far back as the 8th century BCE, the city was famed for making products like long dress pins and tripod cauldrons, as well as impeccable body armor.

In addition to their technical excellence, the Argives were also creative, as seen in their masterful bronze sculpting, which became prominent in the city during the 6th and 5th century BCE.

'''Learn More:'''

Archaeologists have discovered a unique bronze set of armor consisting of a helmet and corslet in a warrior's tomb at Argos. The bell-shaped corslet is the earliest known piece of body armor from Iron Age Greece.

The corslet and helmet display both the technicall excellence and general sculpting skills Argos was known for.

|-|Smelting and Melting=
Bronze is an alloy composed of ninety percent copper and ten percent tin.

Because of this, copper and tin needed to be smelted and combined to create the material needed for sculpting.

After the bronze alloy was formed, it was melted in special furnaces.

They required a tremendous amount of fuel, and were usually supplied with charcoal made from specific types of wood.

It's possible they were also coated with a protective lining of clay, which would have been sensible given the melting point of bronze is approximately 950 degrees Celsius.

Once the required bronze was melted and collected, the furnaces were dismantled and dumped.

'''Learn More:'''

"Black bronze" is a modern term for ancient bronze artifacts with a fine black patina. Examples of black bronze include a special class of prestigious but non-functional Mycenaean bronze daggers that date back to the 2nd millennium BCE. The daggers were decorated with black inlay and gold and silver foil using a technique called "painting in metal".

"Korinthian bronze", meanwhile, was the name given to copper alloys that were depletion glided to acquire a golden surface hue. According to legend, Korinthian bronze was originally created by aciddent during the burning of Korth in 146 BCE, which melted the city's immense quantities of gold, silver, and copper together. However, Pliny doubted the authenticity of this story, because most of the arists with worked with Korinthian bronze lived long before the 2nd century BCE.

|-|Lost-Wax Process=

|-|Welding and Finish=
|-|Bronze Sculpture Eras=
|-|Polykleitos' Legacy=
|-|Closing Remarks=
*'''Herodotos:''' ''I see you have completed your tour. I trust you have a new appreciation for Greek sculptures, after learning of the heart and soul that was poured into each step of their creation. Now, what else would you like to do?''

("I'm ready for the quiz.")

("Take on the next suggested tour.")

("Take me on a random tour.")

([LEAVE] "That's all for now.")
*'''Herodotos:''' ''Then farewell, traveler. May we meet again soon.''

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