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Greek red-figure astragalos with dancing figures, 5th century BC



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Greek red-figure astragalos with dancing figures, 5th century BC

This is a Greek red-figure astragalos (vessel in the form of a knucklebone) which was made in Athens. On the left is Aeolus at the mouth of his cave, dancing the dance of the clouds, 5th century BC

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Media ID 14851394

© CM Dixon / Heritage-Images

5th Century Bc Aeolus Cave Caves Game Knucklebones Rambling Red Figure Vessel Mike Dixon Pastime Roman Mythology


A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print

Discover the captivating beauty of ancient Greek art with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This exquisite piece showcases a rare Greek red-figure astragalos, dating back to the 5th century BC from Athens. The intricate design features Aeolus, the God of the Winds, depicted at the mouth of his cave, gracefully dancing the cloud dance. Bring the rich history and culture of ancient Greece into your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality poster print. Authentically reproduced from a 1996-98 Heritage Images photograph, all rights reserved by AccuSoft Inc.

A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 37.8cm (23.4" x 14.9")

Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")

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.


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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a remarkable Greek red-figure astragalos, crafted in Athens during the 5th century BC. The vessel takes the form of a knucklebone and is adorned with intricate designs that transport us back to ancient Greece. In this particular scene, we witness Aeolus, the mythological ruler of winds, gracefully dancing at the entrance of his cave. Known as the dance of the clouds, Aeolus moves with elegance and precision. The image captures a moment frozen in time - an enchanting pastime where people would gather to watch or participate in these dances. The vibrant colors bring life to this archaeological treasure and emphasize its cultural significance. As we delve into Greek mythology through this photograph, we are reminded of how deeply intertwined leisure activities were with their daily lives. This vessel served not only as an object for games but also as a symbol representing their rich heritage. With its historical value and artistic beauty, this Greek red-figure astragalos transports us to another era. It serves as a testament to human creativity and reminds us of our connection to those who came before us.

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