Parthenon Marbles Analysis

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The evidence in regards to this topic is the embodiment of subjectivity. While it does provide an detailed overview of events such as the circumstances about how Lord Elgin was able to gain permission to transport the Parthenon marbles, the documentation is either bias or flawed. An example is how Lord Elgin has been viewed when he “liberated” the Parthenon marbles off the walls to be taken to his estate through the use of blackmail. The previous statement was a common opinion of British and Greeks citizens who saw Elgin as a thief who only wanted the marbles to put on display in his home. Alternatively others who favoured Elgin’s actions, viewed him as a hero who sought to enhance the cultural diversity of Britain. Both these interpretations are gross exaggerations on Elgin but they have had an impact on modern opinions on the Parthenon Marbles. …show more content…

However the concept of perspective should be taken in account when critically analysing Lord Elgin. Other artefacts were also supposedly plundered includes the bust of Nefertiti. Berlin still has claim over the invaluable relic due to an apparent agreement with the Egyptian government that allowed for the sculpture to be possessed by Germany. So the examination of bias is essential to convey meaning effectively. Furthermore for evidence to be accepted the shortcomings must be acknowledged. Elgin’s case is no different as his official record demonstrating he was given access to the Parthenon Marbles is problematic as the original document was lost and only the Italian translation exists. As the conversion from one language to another causes small discrepancies, so under close scrutiny, the document is not infallible. Nevertheless as it is a form of evidence, the inconsistencies will have to be recognised when used as a based for an

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