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Cup with Wavy Rim, Knossos, Middle Minoan period, c. 1800 BC (painted earthenware)
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Cup with Wavy Rim, Knossos, Middle Minoan period, c. 1800 BC (painted earthenware)
AMQ115749 Cup with Wavy Rim, Knossos, Middle Minoan period, c.1800 BC (painted earthenware) by Minoan; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; out of copyright
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This print showcases a remarkable artifact from the Middle Minoan period, specifically around 1800 BC. The Cup with Wavy Rim, discovered in Knossos, Crete, is an exquisite example of painted earthenware that has stood the test of time. Now housed in the prestigious Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford, UK, this ancient vessel offers a glimpse into the skilled craftsmanship and artistic prowess of the Minoan civilization. The cup's wavy rim adds a touch of whimsy to its overall elegant design. Its footed structure further emphasizes its importance as a ceremonial or decorative object rather than purely utilitarian. The intricate painting on its surface tells stories and reflects the cultural significance attributed to pottery during that era. As we admire this piece through Bridgeman Images' lens, we are transported back thousands of years to witness firsthand how artistry transcends time and connects us with our ancestors. It serves as a reminder that even in antiquity, humans possessed an innate desire for beauty and self-expression. This print not only captures the essence of this exceptional cup but also invites us to appreciate it as an invaluable relic from our collective past. Let it inspire us to delve deeper into history and explore other treasures waiting to be uncovered within museums worldwide.
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