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Collectible Solid Sterling Silver Miniature Loutrophoros Vase
A loutrophoros (Ancient Greek: λουτροφόρος, English translation: "bathwater" and "carry") is a distinctive type of Greek pottery vessel characterized by an elongated neck with two handles. The loutrophoros was used to hold water during marriage and funeral rituals, and was placed in the tombs of the unmarried. The loutrophoros itself is a motif for Greek tombstones, either as a relief (for instance, the lekythos on the Stele of Panaetius) or as a stone vessel. There are many in the funeral area at the Kerameikon in Athens, some of which are now preserved in the National Archaeological Museum of Athens & the brand new Acropolis Museum
Today loutrophoros is used mostly as a decorative element and as a collectible piece. Here we present you a solid sterling miniature, inspired by the original ancient Greek pattern. An impressive, fine piece for your collection.
Article group | Ornaments |
Gender | For Him or Her |
Depiction | Vases & Sculptures |
Historic Period | Era: Classical |
Material | Solid Sterling Silver |
Length (top to bottom) | 80 mm (3 and 5⁄32in) |
Width | 35 mm (1 and 3⁄8in) |
The ancient Greeks idolized intellect and spirit, while gods shared mortal passions and flaws to make themselves more accessible to humans. Beauty and harmony were truly at the heart of the ancient Greek civilization. This never fails to inspire our intellectual, scientific and spiritual worlds.
Each jewel uncovers an epic highlight from 5000 years of self-decoration and is curated with passion since 1928 by the Vaphiadis family, a virtuoso signature in the field for 5 generations. Our jewelry collection has been consistently preferred by various royalties, heads of state and international personalities and is also sold through a host of top world class museums such as the Louvre.
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