This group was made in concert by three most eminent artists, Agesander, Polydorus, and Athenodorus, natives of which island?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Rhodes
- Step 1: This group was made in concert by three most eminent artists, Agesander, Polydorus, and Athenodorus, natives of Rhodes. Answer: Rhodes. Why not the others: "Crete" was the center of the Minoan civilization and Daedalic archaic carving traditions; "Delos" was famous for the Terrace of the Lions and marble temple votives; "Chios" was home to an archaic school of sculptors including Archermos and Bupalos.
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