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Floor paintings in the palace at Tiryns, Greece, (1928). Creator: Unknown
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Floor paintings in the palace at Tiryns, Greece, (1928). Creator: Unknown
Floor paintings in the palace at Tiryns, Greece, (1928). Part view of the floor painting in the so-called small Megaron; two patterns from the floor painting, about 1400-1200 B.C. After Gerhart Rodenwaldt. Plate XVII, figs 49-51, from " An Encyclopaedia of Colour Decoration from the Earliest Times to the Middle of the XIXth Century" with explanatory text by Helmuth Bossert. [Ernst Wasmuth Ltd. Berlin, 1928]
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This print showcases the intricate floor paintings in the palace at Tiryns, Greece. Taken in 1928 by an unknown creator, it offers a glimpse into the ancient world of Greek art and design. The image captures a part view of the floor painting in the so-called small Megaron, revealing two stunning patterns dating back to approximately 1400-1200 B. C. The artwork depicted on this ancient floor is truly mesmerizing. It features a variety of motifs inspired by nature, including animals and aquatic life. Dolphins gracefully swim alongside an octopus vulgaris, while mollusks add further detail to this decorative masterpiece. The photograph itself is a lithograph taken from "An Encyclopaedia of Colour Decoration from the Earliest Times to the Middle of the XIXth Century" with explanatory text provided by Helmuth Bossert. Published by Ernst Wasmuth Ltd. , Berlin in 1928, this book serves as a valuable resource for those interested in exploring color decoration throughout history. Through this image, we are transported back centuries ago to witness firsthand the remarkable interior design and craftsmanship that adorned palaces like Tiryns. This archaeological site holds immense historical significance and continues to captivate scholars and enthusiasts alike. As we admire these ancient floor paintings captured forever within this photo print, we can't help but marvel at their timeless beauty and appreciate how they have managed to endure through countless generations.
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