Well thou knowest how Athens raves Over the carvings of her willowy grace ; Or Pallas, with divinity’s white flame Within her lambent eyes. If other yet Thy choice should be, behold that Naiad ...

Like its namesake, "Phryne," the painted woman who graced the National Press Club for decades, is for sale. The painting of the Greek courtesan is available to the highest bidder. The club's ...

But Phryne was also notable for the independence she exhibited and for a wit and curiosity that put her in the same circles as 4th Century BCE Athens’ philosophers – in other words, some of ...

When Jack's father-in-law is implicated in the brutal murder of a prostitute, Phryne decides to perfect her 'fan dance' in order to go undercover at a gentleman's club.

Natalie Haynes stands up for Phryne, the Greek courtesan famed for her wit and beauty.

PHRYNE AGAIN BEATS HERRESHOFF YACHTS; In Pretty Contest Maxwell Boat Is First in Manhasset Races. MANY CLUBS HOLD REGATTAS Seawanhaka-Corinthians Postpone the Race Around Long Island -- Underwood ...

Pets of the week: Austin, Houston, Peacho and Phryne are ready for adoption Austin, a 3-month-old domestic short hair, is ready for adoption. (Photo courtesy of spcaLA) ...

In case you somehow missed her whirlwind arrival (and a kick-ass season-ending departure!), the Honorable Phryne Fisher's third season of adventures dropped (oh happy surprise!) on Netflix last ...

Phryne had as lover/clients many of the most talented men of her time, including the great sculptor Praxiteles and the great painter Apelles between them, the Michelangelo of classical Athens.