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Silver miniature of the Ship of Thera, inspired by the famous frescoes of the prehistoric settlement at Akrotiri on Santorini. The ship is crafted from 925 sterling silver sheet and captures the elegant lines of the prehistoric vessels that sailed the Aegean Sea. It is mounted on a wooden base and protected by a plexiglass cover, measuring 29 × 14 × 21 cm, creating a distinctive decorative object inspired by Greek maritime history.
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The Ship of Thera is known from the remarkable frescoes discovered in the prehistoric settlement of Akrotiri on the island of Santorini. These wall paintings, dating to around 1600 BC, depict fleets of ships sailing among the islands of the Aegean, revealing the importance of seafaring and trade in the prehistoric Cycladic and Minoan world.
The vessels are characterized by their elongated shape and elegant construction, features that made them suitable for travel and communication between the islands of the Aegean Sea. These depictions are among the earliest representations of organized maritime activity in the Mediterranean.
This silver miniature faithfully captures the form of the prehistoric vessel, combining Greek history with the art of silversmithing. A timeless decorative object inspired by the rich maritime tradition of the Aegean.
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