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Elizabeth A.Sackler Center for Feminist Art

Aristoclea

Flourished 6th century B.C.E., Delphi, ancient Greece

Aristoclea (Aristocleia), a Greek priestess at Delphi, was cited by many ancient writers as a tutor of the philosopher and mathematician Pythagoras (ca. 580–ca. 500 B.C.E.) and a powerful influence on his ethical doctrines.

Judy Chicago (American, b. 1939). <em>The Dinner Party</em> (Heritage Floor; detail), 1974–79. Porcelain with rainbow and gold luster, 48 x 48 x 48 ft. (14.6 x 14.6 x 14.6 m). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of the Elizabeth A. Sackler Foundation, 2002.10. © Judy Chicago. Photograph by Jook Leung Photography
Judy Chicago (American, b. 1939). The Dinner Party (Heritage Floor; detail), 1974–79. Porcelain with rainbow and gold luster, 48 x 48 x 48 ft. (14.6 x 14.6 x 14.6 m). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of the Elizabeth A. Sackler Foundation, 2002.10. © Judy Chicago. Photograph by Jook Leung Photography

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