Minoan Collection (page 9)

Wall-painting fragment depicting woman
Wall-painting fragment depicting a woman from a ceremonial procession. From the later Tiryns palace. 14th-13th Century BC Mycenaean Greek

Wall-painting fragment depicting woman
Wall-painting fragment depicting a woman from a ceremonial procession. From the later Tiryns palace. 14th-13th Century BC Mycenaean Greek

Gold cup with rich spiral decoration, found in Shaft Grave V, Grave Circle A, Mycenae. 1600-1500 BC.National Archaeological Museum, Athens

Mycenaean bronze dagger from 16-14th century BC

Gold cups with rich spiral decoration, found in Shaft Grave V, Grave Circle A, Mycenae. 1600-1500 BC.National Archaeological Museum, Athens

Wall paintings form the Acropolis of Mycenae. Iconographic imagery taken from the natural world or religious ceremonies from the royal court

Hammered gold goblets, each with two cast handles ending in naturalistic dogs heads depicted biting the vessels rim

Gold kylix with one handle

Footman follows the hunters leading more hounds
A footman follows the hunters leading more hounds. From the later Tiryns palace

Gold roundels depicting leaves in repose

Gold kylix with one handle

Cut-outs depicting lions attacking a bull among palm trees

Silver rhyton in the shape of bovine head
Silver rhyton in the shape of a bovine head with gold horns and rosette on the forehead. The muzzle, which has a pouring hole, is gold plated as were initially the eyes and the inside of the ears

Gold cup with repose representation of dolphins within a seascape. Mycenaean Greece was a cultural period of Bronze Age Greece taking its name from the archaeological site of Mycenae

Dagger with inlaid decoration which depicts lions
Bronze dagger with inlaid decoration which depicts lions in " flying gallop"

Fragment of fresco showing young woman, known as La Parisienne, from Knossos, Crete, Greece
Minoan civilization. Fragment of fresco showing a young woman, known as La Parisienne. From Knossos, Crete, Greece

Fragment of fresco depicting female dancer, from Palace of Knossos, Crete, Greece
Minoan civilization, 16th century b.C. Fragment of fresco depicting a female dancer. From the Palace of Knossos, Crete, Greece

Greece, Crete (Kriti) Island, Ayia Triada (Aghia Triadha), Ruins of village and Agora, Arcades and workshops
Greece - Crete (Kriti) Island - Ayia Triada (Aghia Triadha). Ruins of the village and Agora. Arcades and workshops

Reassembled fresco depicting bull-leaping ritual or taurokathapsia, from Palace of Knossos, Crete, Greece
Minoan civilization, 16th-17th century b.C. Reassembled fresco depicting bull-leaping ritual or taurokathapsia, circa 1700-1450 b.C. From the Palace of Knossos, Crete, Greece

Rhyton, black steatite libation vessel inlaid with rock crystal, jasper and mother-of-pearl, in shape of bulls head
Minoan civilization, 16th century b.C. Rhyton, black steatite libation vessel inlaid with rock crystal, jasper and mother-of-pearl, in the shape of a bulls head

Terracotta statue of goddess, from Karphi, Greece
Minoan civilization. Terracotta statue of goddess. From Karphi, Greece

Hagia Triada (Aghia Triadha) sarcophagus
Minoan civilization, 16th century b.C. Hagia Triada (Aghia Triadha) sarcophagus, circa 1400 b.C

Kamares style vase with spout and filter, from Palace of Phaistos, Greece
Minoan civilization, 18th-19th century b.C. Kamares style vase with spout and filter, circa 1800 b.C. From the Palace of Phaistos, Greece

Jug, from Katsambas, Greece
Greek civilization. Jug. From Katsambas, Greece

Terracotta idol from Sanctuary of Gazion, Greece
Minoan civilization. Terracotta idol from the Sanctuary of Gazion, Greece

Fragments from fresco known as the Parisienne, from Palace of Knossos
Minoan civilization. Fragments from a fresco known as the Parisienne. From the Palace of Knossos

Fresco portraying Blue Bird, from Knossos
Minoan civilization, 16th century b.C. Fresco portraying the Blue Bird - From Knossos

Rhyton in rock crystal, from Zakros
Minoan civilization, 16th century b.C. Rhyton in rock crystal. From Zakros

Dark shale hatchet in form of leopard
Minoan civilization, 18th century b.C. Dark shale hatchet in the form of a leopard

Aghia Triadha (Hagia Triada) sarcophagus, detail, goddesses on chariot drawn by horses
Minoan civilization, 15th century b.C. Aghia Triadha (Hagia Triada) sarcophagus. Detail: goddesses on a chariot drawn by horses

Vase of Reaper in black steatite, from Aghia Triadha (Hagia Triada), Island of Crete
Minoan civilization, 18th-16th century b.C. Vase of the Reaper in black steatite, from Aghia Triadha (Hagia Triada), Island of Crete

Princes Vase, in black steatite, from Aghia Triadha (Hagia Triada), Island of Crete
Minoan civilization, 18th-16th century b.C. The Princes Vase, in black steatite, from Aghia Triadha (Hagia Triada), Island of Crete

Ceramic ewer with oblique spout decorated with spirals and whorls, example of Kamares pottery, from Palace of Festos
Minoan civilization, 21th-18th century b.C. Ceramic ewer with oblique spout decorated with spirals and whorls. An example of Kamares pottery. From the Palace of Festos

Ceramic pithos in form of three ceramic loops with marine motifs by Kamares, from Palace of Festos
Minoan civilization, 19th century b.C. Ceramic pithos in the form of three ceramic loops with marine motifs by Kamares. From the Palace of Festos

Ceramic crater with white flowers in relief, example of Kamares pottery, from Palace of Festos
Greece, Cretan civilization. Ceramic crater with white flowers in relief, an example of Kamares pottery. From the Palace of Festos

Miniature fresco of ladies attending ceremony
Minoan civilization, 18th-15th century b.C. Miniature fresco of ladies attending a ceremony

Vase with spout in ceramic by Kamares with polychrome decoration, from Palace of Festos
Minoan civilization, 21th-18th century b.C. Vase with a spout in ceramic by Kamares with polychrome decoration. From the Palace of Festos

Statuette depicting Goddess of Snakes, from shrine at Palace of Knossos
Minoan civilization, 18th-16th century b.C. Statuette depicting the Goddess of Snakes. From the shrine at the Palace of Knossos

Fresco portraying Prince of Lilies, from Palace of Knossos
Minoan civilization, 18th-15th century b.C. Fresco portraying the Prince of Lilies. From the Palace of Knossos

Glazed ceramic statuette depicting Goddess of Snakes, from Palace of Knossos
Minoan civilization, 18th-15th century b.C. Glazed ceramic statuette depicting the Goddess of Snakes. From the Palace of Knossos

Fresco depicting taurokathapsia (acrobatics with bull or bull-leaping), from east wing of Palace of Knossos
Minoan civilization, 18th-15th century b.C. Fresco depicting a taurokathapsia (acrobatics with a bull or bull-leaping). From the east wing of the Palace of Knossos

Palace of Knossos, artwork. Knossos, a large Bronze Age archaeological site on the Greek island of Crete, was the ceremonial and political centre of the Minoan civilization

Excavation site of Minoan Bronze Age settlement, Akrotiri, Santorini, Cyclades, Aegean Sea, Greece, September

Prince of lilies. Stucco relief. About 1550 BC. Minoan art / Cretan art. Late Minoan period. Fresco. GREECE. Iraklion. Archaeological Museum. Proc: GREECE. Knossos. Knossos Palace

Cup from Vafio. Gold. Minoan art / Cretan art. Late Minoan period. Jewelry. Proc: GREECE. Sparta. Tomb of Vaphio

Prince with Lilies

Vase with Floral Motifs
Vase with floral motifs. Minoan art / Cretan art. Late Minoan period. Ceramics. Proc: GREECE. CRETE. Palaikastro

Heraklion (Iraklion}, Crete. Greece. Europe. Heraklion Archeological Museum. Fragment of the Procession Fresco from Knossos depicting a young man with richly adorned codpiece carrying a silver)

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Discover the captivating world of the Minoans, an ancient civilization that thrived in Greece, specifically on the island of Crete. Step into history as you gaze upon the mesmerizing Fresco Three Minoan Women at Knossos Palace, a remarkable piece of art depicting three elegant women adorned in vibrant colors. This masterpiece transports you back to a time when this palace was bustling with life and culture. As you explore further, immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of The Blue Bird fresco from Knossos, dating back to the 17th-14th century BC. Its intricate details and vivid hues showcase the artistic prowess of these ancient people. Another notable artwork is Prince of the Lilies, showcasing their love for nature and symbolism. Venture into Europe's oldest city at Knossos Palace, where The Queens Bath stands as a testament to its rich history dating back to 2000 BC. Marvel at its architectural marvels and imagine what life would have been like during those times. The Dolphin fresco adds a touch of whimsy to your journey through Minoan art. These graceful creatures were revered by this civilization for their symbolism and connection with nature. And speaking of dolphins they can also depicted in various mural paintings found amidst the ruins at this archaeological site. Explore further among the remnants of Knossos' palace ruins - witness firsthand how this once-thriving Bronze Age city has stood against time. As you wander through these ancient walls, let your imagination run wild as you envision daily life within these grand structures. Uncover more about this fascinating civilization known as Minoan Ladies who left behind an indelible mark on Crete's cultural heritage. Their contributions can be seen not only in their artwork but also in their societal roles and advancements. Embark on an unforgettable journey through time as you delve into Minoan history amidst these awe-inspiring relics scattered across Crete.