THE EVIDENCE FOR KICKING IN GREEK BOXING

The main proponents of the theory that kicking was part of Greek

boxing are two of the major commentators on Greek sport,namely

Harris and Juthner. Harris cites several vase paintings: Athens 1689, Vienna 275, Wiirzburg 252B, Munich

279. In a later article posthumously edited by Mehl, Juthner cites

Philostratus, Eusebius, Athens 1689, and adds C.V Denmark (Fasc.4

P1. 160 no. 2b) and an illustration from a Roman sarcophagus in the Villa

Carpegna. These numerous citations appear to be impressive, but how

strong is the evidence for kicking in Greek boxing?

THE EVIDENCE FOR KICKING IN GREEK BOXING by NIGEL B. CROWTHER, UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO