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Thomas Bruce, 7th Earl of Elgin

Thomas Bruce, 7th Earl of Elgin

British nobleman and diplomat (1766–1841)

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  • Jun 19

    After 220 years, the Parthenon’s western pediment is restored to its full architectural unity

    The western pediment of the Parthenon has been fully restored and its external scaffolding removed for the first time in about 220 years, the Greek Ministry of Culture announced, filling the long-standing gaps that had marred the temple’s most iconic facade.

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