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Greek Decorative Plate (VA-0017)
Greek Decorative Plate (VA-0017)
Greek Decorative Plate (VA-0017)

Greek Decorative Plate (VA-0017)

£10.00

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This is a decorative plate, likely a modern reproduction, depicting a scene from Greek mythology. The figures are identified by the Greek text as "THETIS" and "ZEUS".

  • The plate is a hand-painted ceramic or terracotta item, often sold as a vintage or handmade craft from Greece.
  • The imagery is in the style of ancient Greek black-figure pottery.
  • The scene likely represents the wedding of the sea nymph Thetis and the mortal hero Peleus, which was a significant event in Greek mythology and a popular subject in ancient art.
  • Zeus is depicted with an eagle, his symbol, and Thetis is shown interacting with a vessel.