Gamikos Lebes Vessel
Located at the base of the Acropolis in the Plaka, the oldest section of Athens, is a charming workshop and gallery where artisan Sofia Gkani creates intricately detailed replicas of classical Greek vessels. Beautifully hand-painted, Sofia meticulously reproduces Corinthian, Geometric, Red or Black Figure designs on each unique terracotta piece. Each vessel is signed and numbered by the artist.
The Gamikos Lebes vessel is a form of ancient Greek pottery used in marriage ceremonies and given as a gift to the bride and groom.
Images of a bride preparing herself for the wedding and a depiction of Eros, the symbol of love, are featured on the upper portion of the vessel. Below are depictions of the bride and groom and other family members.
- Terracotta clay
- Dimensions: 21 x 21 x 38 cm (8.25 x 8.25 x 15 inches)
- Dust gently; wipe with damp cloth
- For decorative use only
- Handcrafted and painted in Athens, Greece
- Item#: GAMIKOS LEBES
This item requires oversized shipping and is not eligible for free shipping promotions.
Located at the base of the Acropolis in the Plaka, the oldest section of Athens, is a charming workshop and gallery where artisan Sofia Gkani creates intricately detailed replicas of classical Greek vessels. Beautifully hand-painted, Sofia meticulously reproduces Corinthian, Geometric, Red or Black Figure designs on each unique terracotta piece. Each vessel is signed and numbered by the artist.
The Gamikos Lebes vessel is a form of ancient Greek pottery used in marriage ceremonies and given as a gift to the bride and groom.
Images of a bride preparing herself for the wedding and a depiction of Eros, the symbol of love, are featured on the upper portion of the vessel. Below are depictions of the bride and groom and other family members.
- Terracotta clay
- Dimensions: 21 x 21 x 38 cm (8.25 x 8.25 x 15 inches)
- Dust gently; wipe with damp cloth
- For decorative use only
- Handcrafted and painted in Athens, Greece
- Item#: GAMIKOS LEBES
This item requires oversized shipping and is not eligible for free shipping promotions.
Original: $550.00
-65%$550.00
$192.50Description
Located at the base of the Acropolis in the Plaka, the oldest section of Athens, is a charming workshop and gallery where artisan Sofia Gkani creates intricately detailed replicas of classical Greek vessels. Beautifully hand-painted, Sofia meticulously reproduces Corinthian, Geometric, Red or Black Figure designs on each unique terracotta piece. Each vessel is signed and numbered by the artist.
The Gamikos Lebes vessel is a form of ancient Greek pottery used in marriage ceremonies and given as a gift to the bride and groom.
Images of a bride preparing herself for the wedding and a depiction of Eros, the symbol of love, are featured on the upper portion of the vessel. Below are depictions of the bride and groom and other family members.
- Terracotta clay
- Dimensions: 21 x 21 x 38 cm (8.25 x 8.25 x 15 inches)
- Dust gently; wipe with damp cloth
- For decorative use only
- Handcrafted and painted in Athens, Greece
- Item#: GAMIKOS LEBES
This item requires oversized shipping and is not eligible for free shipping promotions.
