Minoan Art Collection

Minoan art. The "Dolphin Fresco". The fresco decorared the wall or the floor of
FBU4250077 Minoan art. The " Dolphin Fresco". The fresco decorared the wall or the floor of a Hall above the Queen megaron

Minoan art. Details of the "Ladies in blue"fresco
FBU4250087 Minoan art. Details of the " Ladies in blue" fresco. Composition of richly dressed and lavishly bejeweled female figure depicted against a blue ground

Minoen archeological site of Knossos. Detail of a column of the Hall of the double axes
FBU4250049 Minoen archeological site of Knossos. Detail of a column of the Hall of the double axes and the queen megaron of the palace of the king Minos. Knossos, Crete

Minoan archeological site of Phaistos. The central court
FBU4250207 Minoan archeological site of Phaistos. The central court, a basic architectural element of Minoen palace. It is a core around which the different wing are set

Minoan Art. Fragment of plaster relief fresco showing a hunted bull
FBU4250117 Minoan Art. Fragment of plaster relief fresco showing a hunted bull. From Minoan palace at Knossos. 1600 - 1450 BC. Archeological museum, Herakleion, Crete

Minoen art. Detail of the "Blue bird"Fresco or "
FBU4250110 Minoen art. Detail of the " Blue bird" Fresco or " The blue bird of crete". One of the earliest

Minoan art. Bull s-head rhyton. This rhyton was found in the small palace of Knossos
FBU4250083 Minoan art. Bull s-head rhyton. This rhyton was found in the small palace of Knossos. It is a characteristic example of Minoan stone carving of the early Neopalatial period

Minoen archeological site of Knossos. Minoen art. Figures of the "
FBU4250030 Minoen archeological site of Knossos. Minoen art. Figures of the " procession fresco" from the palace at Knossos. South entrance

Minoen archeological site of Knossos. North lustral basins. North entrance of the palace
FBU4250017 Minoen archeological site of Knossos. North lustral basins. North entrance of the palace. According to A. Evans this building was used in purification ceremonies

Minoan wall painting from ancient Thera (fresco)
5672084 Minoan wall painting from ancient Thera (fresco) by Minoan; (add.info.: Minoan wall painting from ancient Thera, 1600 B.C)

Minoan art. The "Bull-Leaping"Freso. Bull leaping scene depicting how this
FBU4250078 Minoan art. The " Bull-Leaping" Freso. Bull leaping scene depicting how this sport was performed. The fresco was found on the east side of the palace of Knossos, 1600- 1400 BC

Oriental part of the palace of the King Minos at Knossos between the queen megaron
FBU4250023 Oriental part of the palace of the King Minos at Knossos between the queen megaron and the central court. Crete

Minoan art. The "Cup-Bearer", a figure from the procession Fresco
FBU4250094 Minoan art. The " Cup-Bearer", a figure from the procession Fresco. Original reconstruction from the few fragments found by A

Oriental part of the palace of the King Minos at Knossos between the queen megaron
FBU4250031 Oriental part of the palace of the King Minos at Knossos between the queen megaron and the central court. Crete

Minoan archeological site of Phaistos. The west magazines
FBU4250156 Minoan archeological site of Phaistos. The west magazines. Large complex of the palace storerooms. It consists of the antechamber, the corridor of the storerooms

Minoen art "Prince of the Lilies"fresco
FBU4250124 Minoen art " Prince of the Lilies" fresco. Original recontruction from the few fragments found by A. Evans on the Knossos archeological site. archeological museum of Heraklion

Minoen archeological site of Knossos. North entrance, North pillar Hall
FBU4250052 Minoen archeological site of Knossos. North entrance, North pillar Hall. Bastion reconstructed by Arthur Evans where he put a copy of a restored relief fresco of a bull. Knossos, Crete

Minoen archeological site of Knossos. Minoen art "Prince of the Lilies"
FBU4250021 Minoen archeological site of Knossos. Minoen art " Prince of the Lilies" fresco. South entrance. Copy of a relief wall painting of which a few fragments were found

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Minoan art, known for its vibrant and intricate designs, offers a glimpse into the rich culture of ancient Crete. One such masterpiece is the "Dolphin Fresco, " which adorned either the walls or floors of Minoan buildings. This captivating artwork showcases dolphins swimming gracefully in a sea of blue. Another notable piece is the "Ladies in Blue" fresco, where every detail is meticulously painted to depict elegant women dressed in flowing blue garments. Their serene expressions and graceful poses exude an air of sophistication. At the archaeological site of Knossos, we find a fascinating column from the Hall of the double axes. The intricately carved design on this column reflects both artistic skill and religious symbolism. Moving on to Phaistos, we encounter the central court – an open space surrounded by impressive structures that once bustled with life. Imagine standing there amidst remnants of Minoan civilization, feeling their presence through time. A fragmentary plaster relief fresco depicting a hunted bull transports us back to ancient hunting scenes filled with excitement and adrenaline. The artist's attention to detail brings this thrilling moment to life before our eyes. The delicate beauty captured in the "Blue Bird" fresco mesmerizes viewers as they marvel at each brushstroke that forms these enchanting avian creatures against a backdrop reminiscent of clear skies. One cannot overlook the Bull's-head rhyton discovered in Knossos' small palace – an exquisite vessel used for libations during ceremonial occasions. Its craftsmanship speaks volumes about Minoan artisans' mastery over materials like clay and their ability to create functional yet visually stunning objects. Figures found within Knossos reveal glimpses into everyday life during this era – people engaged in various activities like dancing or playing musical instruments showcase their love for artistry and celebration.