Cyprus commemorates 50 years of nationhood and 11,000 years of civilization with an exhibition of more than 200 artifacts
An exhibition at the Princeton University Art Museum showcases the vessels of the so-called Berlin Painter, highlighting the oft-overlooked comedy in Greek ceramics.
Crackle glazed chalice vessel - Isabelle Petrik Armagnac Eggnog Goblet Goblets have a festive look about them, whereas the chalice is more ceremonial in appearance and use, while both conjure the impression of celebration and revelry. The chalice and goblet tend to be large in size and regal in appearance, with the chalice being more ornate and detailed while the goblet is more basic in comparison. After experiencing the divine nectar of the French Armagnac brandy for the first time recently, which I discovered in preserved figs from France, I decided on a whim to try it
The Attic Greek vase-painter, also known conventionally as Berlin Painter, had his day in the spotlight: his first solo exhibition at Princeton Art Museum.
Reddish earthenware vase, Ancient Cyprian from the prehistoric period, maybe around 1800 BC or earlier.
The Attic Greek vase-painter, also known conventionally as Berlin Painter, had his day in the spotlight: his first solo exhibition at Princeton Art Museum.
An "oinochoe" was used for serving wine. This piece's style is usually termed "Camirus," after a site on the island of Rhodes where many examples have been found, but they were actually made in the Greek cities of southern Asia Minor. The horizontal rows of decoration filled with wild goats and floral motifs reflect influence from the civilizations of the ancient Near East. The curving contours and combination of outlined shapes and solid black masses characterize this style, distinguishing it from the angular silhouettes of the pottery from the preceding Geometric period.
While we have looked at many aspects of Minoan life during both the OT and NT periods, we have not looked at life during their cultural dec...
Contemporary ceramics, innovative pottery and ceramics, céramique nouveau, avant garde and cutting edge ceramic design and techniques are featured in this post.
This miniature skyphos, or cup, bears a simple linear decoration in black-glaze. This vessel reflects a trend in Corinthian pottery production of miniature vessels that seem to have been created as votives. Their small size precludes any practical function. Numerous examples of two-handled skyphoi and other vessel shapes have been found in a variety of sanctuaries; they have played a role in the ritual activity at these sites.
Ball, pierced for suspension depicting palaistra scenes. Scenes painted in the frieze depict the palaistra: Man offering flower to boy, accompanied by a dog. There are also two discus-throwers, and two javelin throwers. Bottom incision encircles an incised palmette.'Yeah' (NAI XI) painted in the field with the figures and incised on the bottom.
Gravity and water are a marriage made in heaven, a source of eternal captivation in waterfalls and fountains,giving a delightful visual and sound ambiance
