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Creta Collection (#2)

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Background imageCreta Collection: Spouted bowl, circa 2700 BC -2200 BC (ceramic, pigment)

Spouted bowl, circa 2700 BC -2200 BC (ceramic, pigment)
7310022 Spouted bowl, circa 2700 BC -2200 BC (ceramic, pigment); 8.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Display: ceramic, pigment); © Ashmolean Museum

Background imageCreta Collection: Sherd, -600 BC (ceramic)

Sherd, -600 BC (ceramic)
7310003 Sherd, -600 BC (ceramic); 5.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Display: ceramic, Material: ceramic); © Ashmolean Museum

Background imageCreta Collection: Replica figurine of a Snake Goddess, 1903-06 (ceramic, pigment)

Replica figurine of a Snake Goddess, 1903-06 (ceramic, pigment)
7309944 Replica figurine of a Snake Goddess, 1903-06 (ceramic, pigment); 32.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Display: ceramic, pigment); © Ashmolean Museum

Background imageCreta Collection: Scenes from within the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield Lock

Scenes from within the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield Lock
5307860 Scenes from within the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield Lock.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting scenes from within the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield Lock, Middlesex)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Chania, CR: transport of oil barrels on a cart pulled

Greece, Chania, CR: transport of oil barrels on a cart pulled and pushed by men in a shopping street, 1908
LUX4764785 Greece, Chania, CR: transport of oil barrels on a cart pulled and pushed by men in a shopping street, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Chania)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Chania, CR: the port, boarding of French troops - view of the port

Greece, Chania, CR: the port, boarding of French troops - view of the port
LUX4764805 Greece, Chania, CR: the port, boarding of French troops - view of the port and shuttles to take soldiers to the ship waiting for them offshore, 1909; (add.info.: Greece, Chania)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Theresso, Crete: military campaign of Crete, French military

Greece, Theresso, Crete: military campaign of Crete, French military. The halt of the mules next to a whitewashed
LUX4764280 Greece, Theresso, Crete: military campaign of Crete, French military. The halt of the mules next to a whitewashed chapel, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Theresso)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Chania, Crete: Crete's military campaign, international shooting competition

Greece, Chania, Crete: Crete's military campaign, international shooting competition
LUX4764243 Greece, Chania, Crete: Crete's military campaign, international shooting competition, the arrival of zaizus in front of the detachments of international armies, Russian, English

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Crete, Candia: English sector, port, Venetian fortifications, sailboats and many barrels

Greece, Crete, Candia: English sector, port, Venetian fortifications, sailboats and many barrels, 1908
LUX4763079 Greece, Crete, Candia: English sector, port, Venetian fortifications, sailboats and many barrels, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Crete, Candia: English sector, port, Venetian fortifications)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Crete, Candia: English sector, archeological site, Knossos Palace, ancient Cretan ruins

Greece, Crete, Candia: English sector, archeological site, Knossos Palace, ancient Cretan ruins, 1908
LUX4763028 Greece, Crete, Candia: English sector, archeological site, Knossos Palace, ancient Cretan ruins, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Crete, Candia: English sector, archeological site)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: The Riviere Officer at Home, 1909 - Piano Bremilx

Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: The Riviere Officer at Home, 1909 - Piano Bremilx
LUX4765252 Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: The Riviere Officer at Home, 1909 - Piano Bremilx; (add.info.: Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: The Riviere Officer at Home)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: The Riviere Officer at Home, 1909 - Piano Bremilx

Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: The Riviere Officer at Home, 1909 - Piano Bremilx
LUX4765235 Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: The Riviere Officer at Home, 1909 - Piano Bremilx; (add.info.: Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: The Riviere Officer at Home)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Chania, CR: The port with sailing boats and steamboat

Greece, Chania, CR: The port with sailing boats and steamboat. Active port, barrel cargo on wharf, 1906
LUX4765170 Greece, Chania, CR: The port with sailing boats and steamboat. Active port, barrel cargo on wharf, 1906; (add.info.: Greece, Chania, CR: The port with sailing boats and steamboat)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, La Chania, Crece: Old quarter, old street pavee a degres bordered by high buildings, 1906

Greece, La Chania, Crece: Old quarter, old street pavee a degres bordered by high buildings, 1906
LUX4765060 Greece, La Chania, Crece: Old quarter, old street pavee a degres bordered by high buildings, 1906; (add.info.: Greece, La Chania, Crece: Old quarter)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Chania, Crete: General view, in the foreground of the horses grazing in the near, 1908

Greece, Chania, Crete: General view, in the foreground of the horses grazing in the near, 1908
LUX4764950 Greece, Chania, Crete: General view, in the foreground of the horses grazing in the near, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Chania, Crete: General view)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Niepili, CR, Niepili: Oriental life scene. The treading of the wheat. Animated scene

Greece, Niepili, CR, Niepili: Oriental life scene. The treading of the wheat. Animated scene
LUX4764664 Greece, Niepili, CR, Niepili: Oriental life scene. The treading of the wheat. Animated scene. Pair of oxen, yoke, windmill Cretan, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Niepili, CR)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Chania, Crete: Katotiana, animated scene, a blind walking in the street, 1908

Greece, Chania, Crete: Katotiana, animated scene, a blind walking in the street, 1908
LUX4764607 Greece, Chania, Crete: Katotiana, animated scene, a blind walking in the street, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Chania, Crete: Katotiana, animated scene, a blind walking in the street)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Chania, Crete: Crete's military campaign, review of the Cretan militia before Zainis, 1908

Greece, Chania, Crete: Crete's military campaign, review of the Cretan militia before Zainis, 1908
LUX4764597 Greece, Chania, Crete: Crete's military campaign, review of the Cretan militia before Zainis, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Chania, Crete: Crete's military campaign)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Chania, CR: Crete's military campaign, a group of international army officers in

Greece, Chania, CR: Crete's military campaign, a group of international army officers in ceremonial uniform
LUX4764441 Greece, Chania, CR: Crete's military campaign, a group of international army officers in ceremonial uniform interviewed in a garden, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Chania)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Chania, Crete: Crete Military Campaign, Italian National Feast, Games

Greece, Chania, Crete: Crete Military Campaign, Italian National Feast, Games
LUX4764377 Greece, Chania, Crete: Crete Military Campaign, Italian National Feast, Games, Neapolitan Orchestra and Military Disguises as Woman, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Chania)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Chania, CR: military campaign of Crete, Italian national party

Greece, Chania, CR: military campaign of Crete, Italian national party, official stage with Italian flags
LUX4764329 Greece, Chania, CR: military campaign of Crete, Italian national party, official stage with Italian flags and Savoy coat of arms, families of officers, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Chania)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Crete: meeting in a Cretan cafe with French soldiers from the 122nd century

Greece, Crete: meeting in a Cretan cafe with French soldiers from the 122nd century, at the bottom of barrels
LUX4770706 Greece, Crete: meeting in a Cretan cafe with French soldiers from the 122nd century, at the bottom of barrels, one of which is painted with Dionysus's head, 1905; (add.info.: Greece)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, La Sude, Suda, Crete: The house of the guard post built at the top of the promontory. 1908

Greece, La Sude, Suda, Crete: The house of the guard post built at the top of the promontory. 1908
LUX4763655 Greece, La Sude, Suda, Crete: The house of the guard post built at the top of the promontory. 1908; (add.info.: Greece, La Sude, Suda)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Crete, La Sude: Italian sector, central bastion, interior view, 1908

Greece, Crete, La Sude: Italian sector, central bastion, interior view, 1908
LUX4763336 Greece, Crete, La Sude: Italian sector, central bastion, interior view, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Crete, La Sude: Italian sector, central bastion, interior view)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Crete: July 1909, return of French soldiers, on deck of a military ship, 1909

Greece, Crete: July 1909, return of French soldiers, on deck of a military ship, 1909
LUX4763137 Greece, Crete: July 1909, return of French soldiers, on deck of a military ship, 1909; (add.info.: Greece, Crete: July 1909, return of French soldiers, on deck of a military ship)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Crete, Candia: general view, part of a panorama, detruit minaret and Turkish houses, 1908

Greece, Crete, Candia: general view, part of a panorama, detruit minaret and Turkish houses, 1908
LUX4762975 Greece, Crete, Candia: general view, part of a panorama, detruit minaret and Turkish houses, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Crete, Candia: general view, part of a panorama)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Crete, Chania: evacuation of French troops July 24, 1909

Greece, Crete, Chania: evacuation of French troops July 24, 1909
LUX4762926 Greece, Crete, Chania: evacuation of French troops July 24, 1909; (add.info.: Greece, Crete, Chania: evacuation of French troops July 24, 1909); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Crete, Candia: English sector, old quarter shopping street, 1908

Greece, Crete, Candia: English sector, old quarter shopping street, 1908
LUX4762901 Greece, Crete, Candia: English sector, old quarter shopping street, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Crete, Candia: English sector, old quarter shopping street, 1908); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Background imageCreta Collection: Map of Crete, c.1900 (engraving)

Map of Crete, c.1900 (engraving)
533320 Map of Crete, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map of Crete, Greece, circa 1902, From the 10th edition of Encyclopaedia Britannica.); Encyclopaedia Britannica/UIG

Background imageCreta Collection: The Throne of Minos, Knossos (b/w photo)

The Throne of Minos, Knossos (b/w photo)
8639174 The Throne of Minos, Knossos (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Throne of Minos, Knossos)

Background imageCreta Collection: Pillar at Knossos, Incised with Double-Axe Symbols (b/w photo)

Pillar at Knossos, Incised with Double-Axe Symbols (b/w photo)
8639164 Pillar at Knossos, Incised with Double-Axe Symbols (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pillar at Knossos, Incised with Double-Axe Symbols)

Background imageCreta Collection: The Bull-Baiters (colour litho)

The Bull-Baiters (colour litho)
8639161 The Bull-Baiters (colour litho) by Duncan, John (1866-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bull-Baiters)

Background imageCreta Collection: Burnished sherd decorated with incised pointille decoration and white pigment

Burnished sherd decorated with incised pointille decoration and white pigment
7309992 Burnished sherd decorated with incised pointille decoration and white pigment, -600 BC (pigment - part or un-glazed ceramic); 7 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Background imageCreta Collection: Leaf-shaped Linear B tablet recording sheep, the shepherd Anthemos or Artemos, the owner of the herd

Leaf-shaped Linear B tablet recording sheep, the shepherd Anthemos or Artemos, the owner of the herd
7309967 Leaf-shaped Linear B tablet recording sheep, the shepherd Anthemos or Artemos, the owner of the herd, where it is kept and how many male and female sheep it contains

Background imageCreta Collection: Stirrup jar decorated with painted tentacle pattern, -110 BC (clay, pigment)

Stirrup jar decorated with painted tentacle pattern, -110 BC (clay, pigment)
7309955 Stirrup jar decorated with painted tentacle pattern, -110 BC (clay, pigment); 27.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Display: clay, pigment)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, La Chania, Crete: The Riviere officer on his canape, reads the newspaper, 1909

Greece, La Chania, Crete: The Riviere officer on his canape, reads the newspaper, 1909
LUX4765283 Greece, La Chania, Crete: The Riviere officer on his canape, reads the newspaper, 1909; (add.info.: Greece, La Chania, Crete: The Riviere officer on his canape, reads the newspaper)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, La Chania, Chania, Crete, Bouzzou-Maria: An outdoor table, tourist picnic, 1906

Greece, La Chania, Chania, Crete, Bouzzou-Maria: An outdoor table, tourist picnic, 1906
LUX4765267 Greece, La Chania, Chania, Crete, Bouzzou-Maria: An outdoor table, tourist picnic, 1906; (add.info.: Greece, La Chania, Chania, Crete, Bouzzou-Maria: An outdoor table, tourist picnic)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Chania, Crete: French Military Circle of Officers. On the wall the Map of Turkey

Greece, Chania, Crete: French Military Circle of Officers. On the wall the Map of Turkey, the Black Sea
LUX4765228 Greece, Chania, Crete: French Military Circle of Officers. On the wall the Map of Turkey, the Black Sea. Letter and Newspaper Sorting Lockers, 1908 - Officers of 122; (add.info.: Greece)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Crete, Crete, Hierapetra, Ierapetra: French sector, plain marigot, 1906

Greece, Crete, Crete, Hierapetra, Ierapetra: French sector, plain marigot, 1906
LUX4765177 Greece, Crete, Crete, Hierapetra, Ierapetra: French sector, plain marigot, 1906; (add.info.: Greece, Crete, Crete, Hierapetra, Ierapetra: French sector, plain marigot)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, La Chania, CR: the port, animated view with fishing boats

Greece, La Chania, CR: the port, animated view with fishing boats, small transport boats and boats - On the dock
LUX4765152 Greece, La Chania, CR: the port, animated view with fishing boats, small transport boats and boats - On the dock, the French post office, 1906 - shops: Poste Francaise

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: rue Amiral Pottier - Hairdresser's front with a merchant of

Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: rue Amiral Pottier - Hairdresser's front with a merchant of the ambulant
LUX4765053 Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: rue Amiral Pottier - Hairdresser's front with a merchant of the ambulant and chechia in the foreground, 1906; (add.info.: Greece, La Chania, Chania)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Chania, Crete: General view taken of the reservoir. Soldier patrol

Greece, Chania, Crete: General view taken of the reservoir. Soldier patrol. At the back of the port, 1908
LUX4765038 Greece, Chania, Crete: General view taken of the reservoir. Soldier patrol. At the back of the port, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Chania, Crete: General view taken of the reservoir)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: merchant of legumes in chechia in his shop surrounded by baskets

Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: merchant of legumes in chechia in his shop surrounded by baskets, 1908
LUX4764722 Greece, La Chania, Chania, CR: merchant of legumes in chechia in his shop surrounded by baskets, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, La Chania, Chania)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Crete: Oriental life scene, a veiled young girl sitting at the fountain watching arrive

Greece, Crete: Oriental life scene, a veiled young girl sitting at the fountain watching arrive two boys loads of
LUX4764621 Greece, Crete: Oriental life scene, a veiled young girl sitting at the fountain watching arrive two boys loads of wooden bunks, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Crete: Oriental life scene)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Crete: Travel of the Pillafort family, from Crete to France aboard the Baghdad

Greece, Crete: Travel of the Pillafort family, from Crete to France aboard the Baghdad, 1909 - boat: Baghdad
LUX4764587 Greece, Crete: Travel of the Pillafort family, from Crete to France aboard the Baghdad, 1909 - boat: Baghdad; (add.info.: Greece, Crete: Travel of the Pillafort family)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Crete: Scene of oriental life, on an area delimited by stones, the treading

Greece, Crete: Scene of oriental life, on an area delimited by stones, the treading
LUX4764521 Greece, Crete: Scene of oriental life, on an area delimited by stones, the treading and the threshing of the wheat by women who tread and a man who sifted, 1908; (add.info.: Greece)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Nevkales, Crete: scene of oriental life, plowing, crew of oxen and mules for plowing

Greece, Nevkales, Crete: scene of oriental life, plowing, crew of oxen and mules for plowing
LUX4764517 Greece, Nevkales, Crete: scene of oriental life, plowing, crew of oxen and mules for plowing. Pair of oxen, yoke and wooden plow, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Nevkales)

Background imageCreta Collection: Greece, Chania, CR: Crete Military Campaign, International Shooting Competition

Greece, Chania, CR: Crete Military Campaign, International Shooting Competition, Officers Restore Under Official Tent
LUX4764504 Greece, Chania, CR: Crete Military Campaign, International Shooting Competition, Officers Restore Under Official Tent, 1908; (add.info.: Greece, Chania, CR: Crete Military Campaign)




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Explore the captivating world of Creta, a land steeped in ancient history and rich cultural heritage. Journey back to the 15th century BC, where the enigmatic Phaistos Disc was discovered in Greece's Phaistos region. This mysterious artifact, adorned with intricate symbols, continues to puzzle scholars till this day. Marvel at the grace and agility of Minoan acrobats depicted in stunning Minoian art. Their nimble movements frozen in time serve as a testament to their physical prowess and artistic expression. Behold the mesmerizing Desert Lighthouse standing tall against an endless expanse of sand dunes. Its solitary presence evokes a sense of wonder and solitude amidst nature's grandeur. Delve into The Hagia Triada Sarcophagus, painted with vivid scenes that transport you to another era. This masterpiece of Minoan art showcases elaborate rituals and mythical creatures, offering glimpses into ancient beliefs and customs. Witness the allure of The Younger Snake Goddess from Crete's palace - an embodiment of feminine power intertwined with serpentine symbolism. Adorned with regal attire and poised for eternity, she embodies both beauty and strength. Appreciate the intricacies of Palace Style vessels adorned with schematic vegetal motifs - a reflection of exquisite craftsmanship prevalent during that era. These vessels served not only practical purposes but also showcased artistic finesse within everyday objects. Step foot inside The Palace of Minos at Knossos; its grandeur unrivaled even after 2100 years since its construction began. Explore its labyrinthine corridors filled with secrets waiting to be unveiled by modern-day archaeologists. Uncover the mysteries concealed within Hagia Triada Sarcophagus dating back to 1450-1400 BC - an extraordinary burial site revealing stories etched onto stone for eternity. Immerse yourself in Iraklion's Knossos Palace – witness remnants from a glorious past, where ancient civilizations thrived.