About Micon
Micon was a Greek painter and sculptor.
Micon the Younger of Athens, simply Micon or Mikon was an ancient Greek painter and sculptor from the middle of the 5th century BC. He was closely associated with Polygnotus of Thasos, in conjunction with whom he adorned the Stoa poikile ("Painted Portico"), at Athens, with paintings of the Battle of Marathon and other battles. He also painted in the Anakeion at Athens. His daughter was the painter Timarete.
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Who was Micon?
ancient Greek painter
When was Micon born?
Micon was born in Classical Athens.
What was Micon's occupation?
Micon was a painter and sculptor.
What nationality was Micon?
Micon was Greek.
Sources & further reading
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Micon. https://biography.guide/micon/
MLA: "Micon." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/micon/.
Chicago: "Micon." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/micon/.
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