Fine Art Print : Greek Art. Greece. Skyphos (5th-4th centuries). It depicts a
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Greek Art. Greece. Skyphos (5th-4th centuries). It depicts a
Greek Art. Greece. Skyphos dated between late 5th century and early 4th century. It depicts a wedding procession. Courtship with dancer and musician playing the double flute. Ceramics with black figures on a red. National Archaeological Museum. Athens
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Celebration Ceramic Courtship Dancer Double Flute Flutist Goat Handle Instrument Musician Player Pottery Vase Skyphos Wine Cup
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and culture of ancient Greece with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning representation showcases a beautiful Skyphos, an ancient Greek drinking vessel, dating back to the late 5th to early 4th century. The intricate design on this vessel tells the story of a joyous wedding procession, featuring a courting couple, a dancer, and a musician playing the double flute. Each print is meticulously sourced from reputable archives, such as Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Bring the timeless beauty of Greek art into your home or office and elevate your decor with this captivating piece.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning ancient Greek Skyphos, dated between the late 5th and early 4th centuries BC, is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of ancient Greece. Discovered in Greece and now housed in the National Archaeological Museum in Athens, this red figure ceramic wine cup depicts a lively wedding procession, a celebration of love and unity. At the center of the scene, a dancer gracefully twirls, her flowing robe billowing around her as she performs. A musician, playing a double flute, accompanies her, his expression focused and serious as he creates the music for the occasion. A goat, a symbol of fertility and abundance, is depicted on the handle of the vase, adding to the festive atmosphere. The black figures on the red background are intricately painted, each detail carefully rendered to bring the scene to life. The artist's skill is evident in the way the figures move and interact, capturing the energy and joy of the wedding procession. The use of red figure technique, where the figures are painted in silhouette against the red background, was a popular artistic style in ancient Greece during this period. This technique allowed for greater detail and expressiveness in the depiction of the figures, making it an ideal choice for capturing the lively scene of a wedding procession. This ancient Greek Skyphos is not only a beautiful work of art, but also a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the customs and traditions of ancient Greek society. Its intricate details and vibrant colors continue to captivate and inspire, making it a treasured piece of historical art.
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