Aegean Civilization Collection (#2)

East frieze of Siphnian treasury depicting assembly of gods
Greek civilization, 6th century b.C. Detail of the east frieze of the Siphnian treasury: assembly of the gods

Cretan-Mycenaean civilization, gold cup with repousse decoration and enamel, from Vaphio, Crete
Cretan-Mycenaean civilization, 17th-16th century b.C. Gold cup with repoussA

West frieze of Siphnian treasury depicting Aphrodite stepping down from chariot
Greek civilization, 6th century b.C. Detail of the west frieze of the Siphnian treasury: Aphrodite steps down from her chariot

Greek civilization, Attic clay oinochoe with female figures and lotus flowers
Greek civilization, 7th century b.C. Attic clay oenochoe with female figures and lotus flowers

Greek civilization, male figure, bronze, from Acropolis, Athens
Greek civilization, 8th century b.C. Male figure in bronze. From the Acropolis in Athens

Greek civilization, head of Zeus
Greek civilization, 4th century b.C. Head of Zeus

Marble statue of Kouros, known as Apollo Milani
Greek civilization, 6th century b.C. - Archaic Art. Kouros known as Apollo Milani. Marble statue

Boeotian fibula engraved with boat and archers figures
Greek civilization, 8th century b.C Boeotian fibula engraved with boat and archers figures

Ivory female figure, from Necropolis of Dipylon, Athens
Greek civilization, 8th century b.C Ivory female figure, from the necropolis of Dipylon at Athens

Mourners Sarcophagus from the royal necropolis of Sidon, marble
Hellenistic art, 4th century b.C. " Mourners Sarcophagus", marble, from the royal necropolis of Sidon, Lebanon

Greek civilization, statue of Aura, from Palatine Hill, Rome
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Statue of Aura. From Palatine Hill, Rome

Argive krater with geometric decorations depicting horse and squire
Greek civilization, 8th century b.C. Geometric style pottery. Argive krater with geometric decorations, diameter 50 cm. Detail, horse and squire

Greek civilization, head of so-called Blond Youth (blond ephebe)
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Head of the so-called Blond Youth (blond ephebe)

Greek civilization, 7th century b. c. statue of Artemis or Kore Micandre, from Artemision of Delos
Greek civilization, 7th century b.C. Statue of Artemis or Kore Micandre. From the Artemision of Delos

Marble colossal kouros from Cape Sounion
Greek civilization, 7th century b.C Colossal kouros from Cape Sounion, marble. Detail of back side

Greek civilization, bronze statue of youth, from Marathon, Greece, detail
Greek civilization, 4th century b.C. Bronze statue of a youth. From Marathon. Detail

Hermes and the infant Dionysus from the Temple of Hera at Olympia by Praxiteles (active 375-326 B. C. ), marble
Greek civilization, 4th century b.C. Praxiteles (active 375-326 b.C.), Hermes and the infant Dionysus, marble, h.2.13 m. From the Temple of Hera at Olympia

Dagger blade with overlay of gold, silver and niello
Mycenaean civilization, 16th century b.C. Dagger blade with overlay of gold, silver and niello

Marble fragment of Tabula Iliaca Capitolina, depicting scenes of Trojan War, with Greek inscriptions, by Theodorus
Roman civilization, 1st century. Fragment of Tabula Iliaca Capitolina, marble, 25x28 cm. Scenes of the Trojan War, with Greek inscriptions, by Theodorus, from the Appian Way

Greek civilization, Geometric Attic amphora from Thera, Santorini island, Greece
Greek civilization, 8th century b.C. Geometric ceramic. Geometric Attic amphora from Thera (Santorini) Island

Bronze armor and helmet with crest
Greek civilization, 8th century b.C. Bronze armour and helmet with crest

Greek civilization, Olive-tree pediment, relief depicting Heracles being taken to Olympus, from Acropolis, Athens
Greek civilization, 6th century b.C. Olive-tree pediment, relief depicting Heracles being taken to Olympus. From the Acropolis in Athens

Head of Alcibiades, Athenian politician and general
Greek civilization. Head of Alcibiades (450 b.C.-404 b.C.), Athenian politician and general

Gigantomachy, detail of north side of frieze of Siphnian Treasury
Greek civilization, 6th century b.C. Gigantomachy, detail of north side of frieze of Siphnian Treasury, 525 b.C

Greek civilization, Omphalos Apollo statue, Roman copy
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Omphalos Apollo statue. Roman copy

Greek civilization, Limestone female statue called Lady of Auxerre
Greek civilization, 7th century b.C. Limestone female statue called " Lady of Auxerre", 640-630 b.C. h.75 cm

Greek civilization, acroterial relief portraying Aura or Nereid, from front of Temple of Asclepius at Epidaurus
Greek civilization, 4th century b.C. Acroterial relief portraying Aura or Nereid. From the front of the Temple of Asclepius at Epidaurus

Greek civilization, Demeter of Cnidus, marble statue attributed to Skopas school
Greek civilization. Demeter of Cnidus, marble statue attributed to the Skopas school

Greek civilization, Attic funerary stele
Greek civilization, 4th century b.C. Attic funerary stele

Damascened daggers from Mycenae made of gold, silver and niello
Mycenaean civilization, 16th century b.C. Damascened daggers from Mycenae made of gold, silver and niello

Greek civilization, geometric ceramic, Oenochoe from Aegina, Greece
Greek civilization, 7th century b.C. Geometric ceramic. Oenochoe from Aegina, Greece

Moscophoros (Calfbearer), marble statue, detail
Ancient Greek civilization. Moscophoros (Calfbearer), 560-550 b.C. marble statue. Detail

Cretan-Mycenaean civilization, funerary stele from royal tombs, detail
Cretan-Mycenaean civilization, 17th-16th century b.C. Funerary stele from the royal tombs. Detail

Marble funerary statue of Kouros, from Anavyssos, Attica
Greek civilization, 6th century b.C. Kouros, funerary statue of Kroisos, marble, from Anavyssos (Attica)

Terracotta figurine representing Castor and Pollux from Kharayeb
Hellenistic art, 4th-1st century b.C. Terracotta statue depicting Castor and Pollux, 333-64 b.C. From Kharayeb, Lebanon

Statue of Igea, goddess of health, marble
Greek civilization, 3rd-2nd century b.C. Marble statue of Igea, goddess of health

Mourners Sarcophagus, marble, from the royal necropolis of Sidon, Lebanon. Detail, wives of Strabo I, king of Sidon
Hellenistic art, 4th century b.C. " Mourners Sarcophagus", marble, from the royal necropolis of Sidon, Lebanon. Detail: wives of Strabo I, king of Sidon

Polychrome terracotta relief depicting Ulysses and Penelope, 450 B. C
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Polychrome terracotta relief depicting Ulysses and Penelope, 450 b.C

Lekythos, oil flask attributed to Tymbos Painter depicting woman weaving crown, 5th century B. C
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. White ground pottery. Lekythos, oil flask attributed to Tymbos Painter depicting a woman weaving a crown

Marble stele of Menelaus, with inscription and painted scene from Dimitriada Necropolis 5th-6th century B. C
Greek civilization, 5th-6th century b.C. Marble stele of Menelaus, with inscription and painted scene. From the Dimitriada Necropolis

Stone vases from Mochlos, Crete, 3rd millennium B. C
Minoan civilization, 3rd millennium b.C. Stone vases. From Mochlos, Crete

Black pelike attributed to the Syleus Painter depicting Athena, 6th century B. C
Greek civilization, 6th century b.C. Red-figure pottery. Black pelike attributed to the Syleus Painter depicting Athena

Clay vase in cart shape, 8th century B. C
Greek civilization, 8th century b.C. - Clay vase in the form of cart

Minoan civilization, clay tablet with inscriptions in Linear B, from Haghia Triada
Minoan civilization, 15th century b.C. Clay tablet with inscriptions in Linear B. From Knossos. 1405-1400 a.C

Greek civilization, marble statue of horse, from Athens
Greek civilization, 6th century b.C. Marble statue of a horse. From Athens. Detail

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The Aegean Civilization, known for its rich history and cultural heritage, comes to life through various captivating artifacts and archaeological sites. In one mesmerizing votive marble relief, the mighty God Asclepius stands accompanied by his children before a family of devoted followers. This intricate artwork showcases the deep reverence and devotion that characterized ancient Greek civilization. Moving on to Pleuron near Missolonghi in Greece, we encounter an ancient theater that once echoed with the voices of talented performers. This site serves as a testament to the greatness of Greek civilization and their love for theatrical arts. Delos Island presents us with a breathtaking view of its archaeological area, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1990. The remnants found here offer glimpses into the lives led by those who inhabited this island during ancient times. Aegina Island boasts the majestic Temple of Apollo from the 6th century BC. Its grandeur exemplifies Greek architectural brilliance while serving as a reminder of their religious practices and beliefs. In "The Burning of Troy, " an oil painting on copper dating back to around 1604, we witness scenes from one of mythology's most famous tales. This artwork transports us back in time, allowing us to immerse ourselves in epic battles fought by legendary heroes. Daily life scenes come alive through terracotta figurines discovered in Tanagra. These delicate creations provide insights into everyday activities and fashion trends prevalent during that era. Douris' Kylix depicts youth gathered near an altar in stunning detail on pottery from the 6th century BC. It captures moments frozen in time—a glimpse into rituals performed by young Greeks paying homage to their gods. Skopas' Warrior head takes us closer to Athena Alea Temple at Tegea; it is a masterpiece sculpted between 340-420BC. The intricacies carved onto stone reveal both artistic skill and reverence towards warriors who defended their land with valor.