Greetings Card : Medieval vase shape as a mammal. Ceramics
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Medieval vase shape as a mammal. Ceramics
Medieval vase shape as a mammal. Local Ceramics. National Museum of the Early Middle Ages (Museo dell Alto Medioevo). Rome. Italy
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Alto Ceramic Ceramics Cultural Dell Delle Form Handle Incised Incision Museo Palatine Palatino Palazzo Pottery Sciences Scienze Shape Vase Medioevo
Greetings Card (A5)
Introducing our enchanting collection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring an exquisite image of a Medieval vase transformed into a charming mammal. This unique design, sourced from the National Museum of the Early Middle Ages in Rome, Italy, showcases the beauty of local ceramics with a delightful twist. Whether for a birthday, anniversary, or just to brighten someone's day, these cards are sure to leave a lasting impression. Each card comes with a thoughtful blank interior for your personal message, making them an ideal choice for expressing your sentiments in style. Bring a touch of history and whimsy to your correspondence with our Medieval vase mammal greeting cards.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing Medieval ceramic piece, now displayed at the National Museum of the Early Middle Ages (Museo dell'Alto Medioevo) in Rome, Italy, showcases an unusual fusion of animal and vessel forms. The vase, adorned with incised decorations, takes the shape of a mammal, specifically a potent and majestic creature with a pronounced head, curved horns, and a sturdy body. Its interior houses the remnants of a once vibrant, colored glaze, while its exterior is adorned with intricate incisions that add texture and depth to the piece. This local ceramic masterpiece, a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Eur, Europe, dates back to the Middle Ages. Its unique form, with a distinct handle, is reminiscent of Roman pottery, yet its mammalian features set it apart from traditional vase designs. The ceramic piece, a product of the Palazzo delle Scienze, Palatino, or Palazzo delle Scienze del Palatino, adds an enchanting twist to the historical record of the Palatine Hill, a district steeped in ancient Roman history. The National Museum of the Early Middle Ages, with its extensive collection of art and ceramics, offers a glimpse into the artistic and scientific developments of the Early and Middle Ages. This Medieval vase, with its mammalian form, serves as a reminder of the creative and imaginative spirit that thrived during this period, as artists and artisans experimented with new forms and techniques to create works that continue to captivate and inspire us today.
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