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The Phaistos Disc (1/2)
The Phaistos Disc (also spelled Phaistos Disk, Phaestos Disc) is a disk of fired clay from the Minoan palace of Phaistos on the island of Crete, possibly dating to the middle or late Minoan Bronze Age (second millennium BC). The disk is about 15 cm (5.9 in) in diameter and covered on both sides with a spiral of stamped symbols. The Phaistos Disc was discovered in the Minoan palace-site of Phaistos, near Hagia Triada, on the south coast of Crete. Date: circa 2500 BC
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Media ID 32228174
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Alphabet Bronze Civilisation Clay Code Cretan Crete Disc Disk Fired Hieroglyphic Hieroglyphs Millennium Minoan Mystery Pictograms Spiral Stamped Symbols System Phaestos Syllabary
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the mysteries of ancient civilizations into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints featuring Grenville Collins' captivating image of The Phaistos Disc from Mary Evans Prints Online. This enigmatic artifact, discovered at the Minoan palace of Phaistos on Crete, is a fascinating piece of history. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the intricate details and vibrant colors of this iconic image, making it a stunning addition to any room. Explore the depths of history and add a touch of ancient wisdom to your space with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
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This print showcases the enigmatic Phaistos Disc, a remarkable artifact from the ancient Minoan civilization of Crete. Dating back to around 2500 BC, this fired clay disk is adorned with a complex spiral of stamped symbols that have puzzled archaeologists and historians for centuries.
Measuring approximately 15 cm in diameter, the Phaistos Disc is covered on both sides with a series of mysterious pictograms that some believe may represent an early form of writing or communication system. The intricate hieroglyphic-like symbols have sparked debates about whether they constitute a code, syllabary, alphabet, or even a form of logography.
Discovered at the palace-site of Phaistos near Hagia Triada on the southern coast of Crete, this ancient relic offers a tantalizing glimpse into the sophisticated culture and language of the Minoans. Despite numerous attempts to decipher its meaning, the true significance of the Phaistos Disc remains shrouded in mystery.
As you gaze upon this mesmerizing image captured by Grenville Collins for Mary Evans Prints Online, let your imagination soar as you contemplate the secrets hidden within this extraordinary archaeological find. The Phaistos Disc continues to intrigue and inspire curiosity about our shared human history and the evolution of written communication.
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