Ancient Greece Furniture

block iv east frieze of parthenon, images of seated gods, ca. 447–433 bce.

the modern word “throne” derived ancient greek thronos (greek singular: θρόνος), seat designated deities or individuals of high status or honor. colossal chryselephantine statue of zeus @ olympia, constructed phidias , lost in antiquity, featured god zeus seated on elaborate throne, decorated gold, precious stones, ebony , ivory, according pausanias. other greek seats included klismos, elegant greek chair curved backrest , legs form copied romans , part of vocabulary of furniture design, backless stool (diphros), existed in greek homes, , folding stool. kline, used late seventh century bc, multipurpose piece used bed, sofa , reclining during meals. rectangular , supported on 4 legs, 2 of longer other, providing support armrest or headboard. mattresses, rugs , blankets may have been used, there no evidence sheets.

in general, greek tables low , appear in depictions alongside klinai. common type of greek table had rectangular top supported on 3 legs, although numerous configurations exist, including trapezoid , circular. tables in ancient greece used dining purposes – in depictions of banquets, appears though each participant have utilized single table, rather collective use of larger piece. tables figured prominently in religious contexts, indicated in vase paintings, example wine vessel associated dionysus, dating around 450 bc , housed @ art institute of chicago. chests used storage of clothes , personal items, , rectangular hinged lids. chests depicted in terracotta show elaborate patterns , design, including greek fret.