In this artwork, how is the Name discussed?
The Elgin Marbles are named after Thomas Bruce, 7th Earl of Elgin who, between 1801 and 1812, oversaw their removal from the Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Propylaia and their shipment to England. By an act of parliament, the British Museum Act 1816, the collection was transferred to the British Museum on the condition that it be kept together and named "the Elgin Marbles". The term "Parthenon Marbles" or "Parthenon Sculptures" refers to the sculptures and architectural features removed specifically from the Parthenon. These are currently held in nine museums around the world, principally the Acropolis Museum and the British Museum. The term "Parthenon Sculptures" is used in this sense by both the British Museum and the Greek government.
British Museum Act Acropolis Thomas Bruce, 7th Earl of Elgin British Museum Parthenon Marbles Temple of Athena Nike Act Greek government Parthenon Acropolis Museum Athena architectural Marble Erechtheion Propylaia British Museum Act 1816