Aegean Civilizations Collection

Greek civilization, Red-figure pottery
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Red-figure pottery. Pinax depicting a ritual. Ex-voto from Eleusis, Greece

Greek civilization, fresco depicting spring, from Akrotiri, Thera, Santorini
Greek civilization, 16th century b.C. Fresco depicting Spring. From Akrotiri, Thera, Santorini, Greece. Detail: swallows

Greek civilization, fresco depicting ship procession
Greek civilization, 16th century b.C. Fresco depicting a ship procession. From Akrotiri, Thera Island, Santorini, Greece. Detail, a coastal town

Greek civilization, fresco depicting fisherman, from Akrotiri, Thera, Santorini, Greece
Greek civilization, 16th century b.C. Fresco depicting a fisherman. From Akrotiri, Thera, Santorini, Greece

Greek civilization, Black-figure pottery
Greek civilization, 6th century b.C. Black-figure pottery. Krater depicting the fight for the body of Patroclus. From Farsala, Greece. Detail

Columns of an old ruin, Paphos, Cyprus (photo)
DGA1134317 Columns of an old ruin, Paphos, Cyprus (photo); (add.info.: Cyprus - Paphos (Pafos) (UNESCO's World Heritage Site, 1980). Tombs of Kings. Hellenistic necropolis. 4th century b.C

Meeting between Odysseus and Nausicaa
DGA915357 Meeting between Odysseus and Nausicaa, amphora, by Nausicaa Painter (active ca 475 BC-450 BC), red-figure ceramic. Detail

Temple C (or Temple of Apollo)
DGA643930 Temple C (or Temple of Apollo), near Acropolis in Selinunte, Sicily, Italy, Ancient Greek civilization, Magna Graecia, 6th Century BC; (add.info.: Temple C (or Temple of Apollo)

Pyriform (globe-shaped) vase, Cyprus. Cypriot Civilization, 15th-16th Century BC
DGA514872 Pyriform (globe-shaped) vase, Cyprus. Cypriot Civilization, 15th-16th Century BC.; (add.info.: Pyriform (globe-shaped) vase, Cyprus. Cypriot Civilization, 15th-16th Century BC

Relief representing young dying girl held up by handmaid
DGA506345 Relief representing young dying girl held up by handmaid, from Necropolis of Patarghia in Thassos, Greece,5th-4th Century BC

Female head, limestone sculpture
DGA506356 Female head, limestone sculpture, from Aphrodite sanctuary, Argos, Greece,3rd Century BC, Ancient Greece; (add.info.: Female head, limestone sculpture from the Aphrodite sanctuary)

Philosopher's head, perhaps Pythagoras of Samos
DGA512085 Philosopher's head, perhaps Pythagoras of Samos, bronze sculpture from Porticello, Sicily, Italy; Museo Archeologico Nazionale (or Museo Nazionale della Magna Grecia), Reggio Calabria

Italy, Sicily, Agrigento, Valley of the Temples, Doric Temple of Heracles
DGA512069 Italy, Sicily, Agrigento, Valley of the Temples, Doric Temple of Heracles; (add.info.: Doric Temple of Heracles (or Hercules) in the Valley of the Temples

Votive terracotta mask, from sanctuary of Demeter Malophoros in Selinunte, Sicily, Italy
DGA512042 Votive terracotta mask, from sanctuary of Demeter Malophoros in Selinunte, Sicily, Italy; Museo Archeologico Regionale, Palermo, Italy; (add.info.: Votive mask)

Votive bronze statuette, from Sicily, Italy
DGA512041 Votive bronze statuette, from Sicily, Italy; Museo Archeologico Regionale, Palermo, Italy; (add.info.: Votive bronze statuette from Sicily, Italy)

Attic vases, from Valley of the Temples, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy
DGA512035 Attic vases, from Valley of the Temples, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy; Museo Archeologico, Agrigento, Sicily

Base of ancient stele from Illyria, Albania, Greek civilization, early 6th Century BC
DGA512018 Base of ancient stele from Illyria, Albania, Greek civilization, early 6th Century BC; (add.info.: Base of an ancient stele from Illyria, Albania. Greek civilization, early 6th Century BC)

Chalice-shaped krater showing Meleager and his son Parthenopaios
DGA511861 Chalice-shaped krater showing Meleager and his son Parthenopaios, red-figure pottery, Greek Civilization

Cup depicting Ephebe with pigeon
DGA510698 Cup depicting Ephebe with pigeon, attributed to painter Makron, red-figure pottery from Capua, Italy, Greek Civilization, 6th-5th Century BC; Louvre, Paris

Greek civilization, marble statue of athlete Agias
DGA510527 Greek civilization, marble statue of athlete Agias, pankration champion, Roman copy of Greek original by Lysippus; (add.info.: Greek civilization)

Silver fibulae from Belshi, near Elbasan
DGA510270 Silver fibulae from Belshi, near Elbasan, Albania, Goldsmith art, Greek Civilization, 9th Century BC; (add.info.: Silver fibulae from Belshi, near Elbasan (Albania)

Askos, red-figure pottery from Belsh, Albania, Greek Civilization, 4th Century BC
DGA510264 Askos, red-figure pottery from Belsh, Albania, Greek Civilization, 4th Century BC; (add.info.: Askos, red-figure pottery from Belsh (Albania). Greek Civilization, 4th Century BC

Musician, bronze statue from Belsh, Albania, Greek Civilization, 3rd Century BC
DGA510260 Musician, bronze statue from Belsh, Albania, Greek Civilization, 3rd Century BC; (add.info.: Musician, bronze statue from Belsh (Albania). Greek Civilization, 3rd Century BC

Female statue, from Illyria, Albania, Greek Civilization, 5th Century BC
DGA510258 Female statue, from Illyria, Albania, Greek Civilization, 5th Century BC; (add.info.: Female statue, from Illyria (Albania). Greek Civilization, 5th Century BC

Gold earrings from Remulli, now Mati
DGA510247 Gold earrings from Remulli, now Mati, Albania, Jewelry, Greek Civilization, 6th-5th Century BC; (add.info.: Gold earrings from Remulli, now Mati (Albania)

Zeus Dodoneo with lightning, statue from Apollonia
DGA510243 Zeus Dodoneo with lightning, statue from Apollonia, Albania, Greek Civilization, 480-470 BC ; (add.info.: Zeus Dodoneo with lightning, 480-470 BC, statue from Apollonia (Albania)

Sculpted column base, from Didimeo, Greece,7th Century BC, Ancient Greece
DGA506225 Sculpted column base, from Didimeo, Greece,7th Century BC, Ancient Greece; (add.info.: Sculpted column base by Didimeo, Greece. Greek civilization, 7th Century BC)

Greece, Crete, Throne room of Knossos Palace, Minoan Civilization, 16th century BC
DGA506021 Greece, Crete, Throne room of Knossos Palace, Minoan Civilization, 16th century BC; (add.info.: The throne room of Knossos Palace, Crete (Greece). Minoan Civilization, 16th century BC.); G

Greece, Crete, Entrance to throne room of Knossos Palace
DGA506019 Greece, Crete, Entrance to throne room of Knossos Palace, Minoan Civilization, 16th century BC; (add.info.: Entrance to the throne room of Knossos Palace, Crete (Greece)

Crete, Phaistos clay disc covered with hieroglyphic characters arranged in spiral, side B
DGA505681 Crete, Phaistos clay disc covered with hieroglyphic characters arranged in spiral, side B; (add.info.: Minoan civilization, 18th century b.C)

Crete, Phaistos clay disc covered with hieroglyphic characters arranged in spiral, side A
DGA505680 Crete, Phaistos clay disc covered with hieroglyphic characters arranged in spiral, side A; (add.info.: Minoan civilization, 18th century b.C)

Fictile bust of Zeus, from Erice
DGA3946299 Fictile bust of Zeus, from Erice, Sicily, Italy, Magna Graecia civilization, 5th century BC; Museo Civico Antonio Cordici, Erice, Sicily, Italy; (add.info.: Fictile bust of Zeus)

Temple C or Temple of Apollo, in Doric order
DGA3946275 Temple C or Temple of Apollo, in Doric order, Acropolis of Selinunte, Sicily, Italy, Magna Graecia civilization, 6th century BC; (add.info.: Temple C or Temple of Apollo, in Doric order)

Archaeological site of Serra di Vaglio
DGA3946258 Archaeological site of Serra di Vaglio, Monte Serra San Bernardo, Basilicata, Italy, Lucan civilization, 8th-3rd century BC; Aree archeologiche di Rossano e Serra di Vaglio, Vaglio

Columns of the Doric temple of Hera or Tavole Palatine (Palatine Tables)
DGA3946256 Columns of the Doric temple of Hera or Tavole Palatine (Palatine Tables), Metaponto, Bernalda, Basilicata, Italy, Magna Graecia civilization

Columns of the Doric temple of Hera or Tavole Palatine (Palatine Tables)
DGA3946250 Columns of the Doric temple of Hera or Tavole Palatine (Palatine Tables), Metaponto, Bernalda, Basilicata, Italy, Magna Graecia civilization

Libya, Cyrene, Historical Cyrenaica, Colonnaded hall of Ancient Ptolemais (Tulmaythah)
DGA551319 Libya, Cyrene, Historical Cyrenaica, Colonnaded hall of Ancient Ptolemais (Tulmaythah); (add.info.: Libya - Cyrenaica - Ancient Ptolemais (Tulmaythah)

Cast of Telamon, Temple of Olympian Zeus
DGA923276 Cast of Telamon, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Agrigento (Unesco World Heritage List, 1997), Sicily, Italy, Greek civilization; Photo © NPL - DeA Picture Library

Porch (4th century BC, rebuilt in 180 AD) from ruins of ancient Agora (Assembly) of Smyrna (Izmir)
DGA923080 Porch (4th century BC, rebuilt in 180 AD) from ruins of ancient Agora (Assembly) of Smyrna (Izmir), Turkey, Roman Civilization, 2nd century; Photo © NPL - DeA Picture Library

Upper section of antefix with male head. Greek civilization
DGA2564319 Upper section of antefix with male head. Greek civilization; (add.info.: Upper section of antefix with male head. Greek civilisation)

High angle view of a city and a harbor, Delos, Greece
DGA2564965 High angle view of a city and a harbor, Delos, Greece; (add.info.: Archaeology - Greece. Delos. Reconstructed city and harbour)

Columns of a building, Arcadiana, Ephesus, Turkey
DGA2564963 Columns of a building, Arcadiana, Ephesus, Turkey; (add.info.: Archaeology - Asia Minor. Ephesus. Reconstructed colonnaded promenade 'Arcadiana')

High angle view of a residential building, Greece
DGA2564960 High angle view of a residential building, Greece; (add.info.: Archaeology - Greece. Reconstructed residential building. Colour illustration); Photo © NPL - DeA Picture Library

Duel between Ajax and Hercules to recover Patroclus' body, 19th century (print)
DGA924158 Duel between Ajax and Hercules to recover Patroclus' body, 19th century (print); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Bacchanal, comedy, left, and Tragedy
DGA924137 Bacchanal, comedy, left, and Tragedy, on right, between two Silenus, illustration from Collection des vases grecs de le Comte de M Lamberg, vol I, Table 35, Paris, from 1813 to 1824

View of the ruins in Megara Iblea, Augusta, Sicily, Italy. Greek civilization
DGA924424 View of the ruins in Megara Iblea, Augusta, Sicily, Italy. Greek civilization.; © NPL - DeA Picture Library / F. Barbagallo

Ruins of Hellenistic sanctuary, Megara Hyblaea, Sicily, Italy, Magno-Grecian civilization
DGA924421 Ruins of Hellenistic sanctuary, Megara Hyblaea, Sicily, Italy, Magno-Grecian civilization; © NPL - DeA Picture Library / F. Barbagallo

The Basilica (Unesco World Heritage List)
DGA916644 The Basilica (Unesco World Heritage List, 1998), Paestum), Paestum, Campania, Italy, Greek civilisation, 6th century BC, Detail; Photo © NPL - DeA Picture Library

Soldiers by temple, detail from Nilotic mosaic of flooding of river Nile in Egypt
DGA3933108 Soldiers by temple, detail from Nilotic mosaic of flooding of river Nile in Egypt, from Sanctuary of Fortuna Primigenia at Palestrina, Lazio, Italy, Roman civilization

Naked young man statue, also known as Agrigento Ephebe
DGA3933472 Naked young man statue, also known as Agrigento Ephebe, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy, Greek civilization, 5th century BC; Museo Archeologico, Agrigento, Sicily

Front of Temple E or Temple of Hera
DGA3933468 Front of Temple E or Temple of Hera, in Doric order, Archaeological site of Selinunte, Castelvetrano, Sicily, Italy, Greek civilization

Doric temple, ancient city of Segesta seen from pathway
DGA3933449 Doric temple, ancient city of Segesta seen from pathway, Calatafimi-Segesta, Sicily, Italy, Greek civilization, 5th century BC; (add.info.: Doric temple)

Columns and architraves perspective of Doric temple
DGA3933448 Columns and architraves perspective of Doric temple, ancient city of Segesta, Calatafimi-Segesta, Sicily, Italy, Greek civilization

Doric temple, ancient city of Segesta
DGA3933447 Doric temple, ancient city of Segesta, Calatafimi-Segesta, Sicily, Italy, Greek civilization, 5th century BC; (add.info.: Doric temple, ancient city of Segesta, Calatafimi-Segesta, Sicily)

Ruins of Temple of Victory, ancient city of Himera
DGA3933442 Ruins of Temple of Victory, ancient city of Himera, Termini Imerese, Sicily, Italy, Greek civilization, 5th century BC; (add.info.: Ruins of the Temple of Victory, ancient city of Himera)

Ruins of so-called Greek Gymnasium
DGA3933441 Ruins of so-called Greek Gymnasium, Archaeological site of Soluntum, Santa Flavia, Sicily, Italy, 3rd century BC; (add.info.: Ruins of the so-called Greek Gymnasium)

Doric temple of Segesta, Calatafimi-Segesta
DGA3933438 Doric temple of Segesta, Calatafimi-Segesta, Sicily, Italy, Greek civilization, 5th century BC; (add.info.: Doric temple of Segesta, Calatafimi-Segesta, Sicily, Italy)

Theater of Segesta, Calatafimi-Segesta, Sicily, Italy, Greek civilization, 3rd century BC
DGA3933437 Theater of Segesta, Calatafimi-Segesta, Sicily, Italy, Greek civilization, 3rd century BC; (add.info.: Theater of Segesta, Calatafimi-Segesta, Sicily, Italy)

Columns of Doric Temple of Hera or Tavole Palatine (Palatine Tables)
DGA3933375 Columns of Doric Temple of Hera or Tavole Palatine (Palatine Tables), Archaeological site of Metaponto, Bernalda, Basilicata, Italy, Greek civilization

Archaeological site of Greek colony of Kaulon
DGA3933306 Archaeological site of Greek colony of Kaulon, near Punta Stilo of Monasterace, Calabria, Italy, Magna Graecia civilization

Latomias, stone quarries and prisons
DGA3933269 Latomias, stone quarries and prisons, Archaeological site of Syracuse, Sicily, Italy, Greek civilization; (add.info.: Latomias, stone quarries and prisons, Archaeological site of Syracuse)

Greek theater of Syracuse, Sicily, Italy, 5th century BC
DGA3933268 Greek theater of Syracuse, Sicily, Italy, 5th century BC; (add.info.: Greek theater of Syracuse, Sicily, Italy, 5th century BC)

Temple C, in Doric order, on acropolis of archaeological site of Selinunte
DGA3933261 Temple C, in Doric order, on acropolis of archaeological site of Selinunte, Castelvetrano, Sicily, Italy, Greek civilization, 6th century BC; (add.info.: Temple C, in Doric order)

Temple E or Temple of Hera, in Doric order
DGA3933257 Temple E or Temple of Hera, in Doric order, on eastern hill of archaeological site of Selinunte, Castelvetrano, Sicily, Italy, Greek civilization

Still standing column in Temple of Hera Lacinia
DGA3933199 Still standing column in Temple of Hera Lacinia, Capo Colonna, Crotone, Calabria, Italy, Magna Graecia civilization, 6th century BC

Interior of natural cave known as Ear of Dionysius
DGA3933196 Interior of natural cave known as Ear of Dionysius, Latomia del Paradiso (Garden of Paradise), Archaeological Park of Neapolis, Siracusa, Sicily

Ruins of Eurialo Castle, Siracusa (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
DGA3933195 Ruins of Eurialo Castle, Siracusa (UNESCO World Heritage Site, 2005), Sicily, Italy, Magna Graecia civilization, 5th-4th century BC; (add.info.: Ruins of the Eurialo Castle)

Ruins of Eurialo Castle, Siracusa (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
DGA3933194 Ruins of Eurialo Castle, Siracusa (UNESCO World Heritage Site, 2005), Sicily, Italy, Magna Graecia civilization, 5th-4th century BC; (add.info.: Ruins of the Eurialo Castle)

Arch of Greek-Roman Theater, Tindari
DGA3933187 Arch of Greek-Roman Theater, Tindari, Sicily, Italy, Greek-Roman civilization, 3rd century BC; (add.info.: Arch of the Greek-Roman Theater, Tindari, Sicily, Italy)

Internal peristyle of Temple of Hera or Neptune
DGA3932370 Internal peristyle of Temple of Hera or Neptune, with supercolumniation of Doric columns, Paestum (UNESCO World Heritage Site, 1998), Capaccio, Campania, Italy, Magna Graecia civilization

Ruins of Serapeion (temple dedicated to Serapis) in Ampurias
DGA922251 Ruins of Serapeion (temple dedicated to Serapis) in Ampurias, Greek city founded in the 6th century BC, Catalonia, Spain. Greek civilisation.; © NPL - DeA Picture Library / C. Sappa

Metope with the figure of centaur from the Heraion from the mouth of the Sele River (Campania)
DGA915150 Metope with the figure of centaur from the Heraion from the mouth of the Sele River (Campania, Italy), sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Hera, Ancient Greek civilization

Ruins, archaeological excavations at Velia Elea (Unesco World Heritage List)
DGA916342 Ruins, archaeological excavations at Velia Elea (Unesco World Heritage List, 1998), Campania, Italy, Greek and Roman civilisations, 4th century BC; Parco archeologico di Elea, Velia, Ascea

Cupid and Psyche, marble sculpture. Greek civilization, 4th century BC
DGA915963 Cupid and Psyche, marble sculpture

The swimming pool (Unesco World Heritage List)
DGA915915 The swimming pool (Unesco World Heritage List, 1998), Paestum, Campania, Italy, Greek civilisation, 4th century BC; © A. De Gregorio / © NPL - DeA Picture Library

Gold croeseid from Lydia, recto, Greek coins, 6th century BC
DGA916184 Gold croeseid from Lydia, recto, Greek coins, 6th century BC; © NPL - DeA Picture Library / G. Cigolini. Please note: This photograph requires additional permission prior to use

Ruins of storerooms and workshops
DGA916175 Ruins of storerooms and workshops, Zakros Palace, Kato Zakros, Crete island, Greece. Minoan civilisation, 1900 BC.; G. Dagli Orti /© NPL - DeA Picture Library

The royal apartments and courtyard of Malia Palace
DGA916173 The royal apartments and courtyard of Malia Palace, Crete, Greece. Minoan civilisation, 2000-1600 BC.; G. Dagli Orti /© NPL - DeA Picture Library

Bronze hydria from the underground sacellum of Paestum
DGA915018 Bronze hydria from the underground sacellum of Paestum, Ancient Greek civilization, 6th century BC; Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Paestum, Parco archeologico di Paestum & Elea-Velia

Red-figure lekythos depicting Orestes seeking refuge in the Temple of Apollo
DGA915006 Red-figure lekythos depicting Orestes seeking refuge in the Temple of Apollo, School of Asteas, Greek civilization, 4th century BC; Photo © NPL - DeA Picture Library

Detail of the Doric columns of the Temple of Hera or Neptune
DGA915013 Detail of the Doric columns of the Temple of Hera or Neptune, archaeological area of Paestum (Unesco World Heritage List, 1998), Campania, Italy, Ancient Greek civilization

Geometric style vase, Greek civilization
DGA915234 Geometric style vase, Greek civilization; (add.info.: Cagliari, Museo Nazionale); Photo © NPL - DeA Picture Library

Italiote cup with scenes of lady's toilette, ancient Greece
DGA915232 Italiote cup with scenes of lady's toilette, ancient Greece; Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Adria, Rovigo, Veneto, Italy; (add.info.: Adria)

Model of chapel, terracotta sculpture
DGA915204 Model of chapel, terracotta sculpture, from Sabucina at Caltanissetta, Italy, Greek civilization, 6th century BC; Museo Archeologico, Gela, Sicily, Italy; (add.info.: Gela)

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"A Journey Through Aegean Civilizations: Exploring the Rich Heritage of Ancient Greece" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Aegean civilizations. From the enchanting island of Santorini to the ancient ruins of Ephesus, this extraordinary civilization has left behind a treasure trove of art and artifacts that continue to mesmerize us today. One such artifact is a stunning fresco depicting a ship procession from Akrotiri, Thera Island, Santorini. This vibrant artwork transports us to an era when Greek civilization thrived, showcasing their mastery over maritime trade and exploration. Another remarkable fresco from Akrotiri captures the essence of spring with its vivid colors and delicate brushstrokes. It serves as a testament to the Greeks' deep connection with nature and their celebration of life's renewal. The Red-figure pottery discovered at Eleusis offers us a glimpse into ancient rituals through an intricately detailed pinax. This ex-voto reveals how religion played an integral role in Greek society, shaping their beliefs and practices. Intriguingly, another fresco from Akrotiri showcases a fisherman going about his daily routine amidst breathtaking coastal scenery. It reminds us that fishing was not only vital for sustenance but also held cultural significance for these seafaring people. Moving on to Farsala, we encounter Black-figure pottery featuring a krater depicting the epic fight for Patroclus' body during the Trojan War. Such artworks were not just vessels; they served as visual narratives immortalizing heroic tales that still resonate today. A marble slab attributed to Praxiteles' School takes our breath away with its intricate relief portraying Muses from Mantinea. This masterpiece exemplifies Greek sculpture's elegance and refinement while honoring artistic inspiration itself. Venturing beyond Greece's borders, we discover Luigi Mayer's illustration capturing the majestic ruins of Ephesus in Turkey—a testament to how far-reaching Greek influence truly was.