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Women picking saffron, detail, 16th century BC (fresco)
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Women picking saffron, detail, 16th century BC (fresco)
LRI4686980 Women picking saffron, detail, 16th century BC (fresco) by Minoan, (16th century BC); Akrotiri, Thera, Greece; (add.info.: Minoan civilization: women picking saffron. Detail of a fresco from the lustral basin of Xeste 3 in Akrotiri (Thera), Santorini. Dim. 244x266 cm 16th century BC Santorini, Collection of frescoes of Akrotiri a Thera - Minoan civilization: women picking saffron. Detail of a fresco from the lustral basin in Xeste 3 at Akrotiri (Thera), Santorini. 244 x2 66 cm. 16th century BC. Collection of frescoes of Akrotiri, Santorini, Thera); Luisa Ricciarini; Greek, out of copyright
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This print showcases a remarkable detail from a 16th century BC fresco titled "Women picking saffron". The artwork, created by Minoan artists in Akrotiri, Thera, Greece, offers us a glimpse into the ancient Minoan civilization. The scene depicts women engaged in the delicate task of harvesting saffron. With meticulous brushstrokes and vibrant colors, the artist brings to life this snapshot of agricultural activity. These women are shown carefully plucking the precious threads from crocus flowers, their fingers stained with the rich orange hue that characterizes this valuable spice. The fresco is believed to have adorned the lustral basin of Xeste 3 in Akrotiri (Thera), Santorini. Measuring an impressive 244x266 cm, it stands as a testament to both the artistic skill and cultural significance of saffron cultivation during that era. Santorini's Collection of Frescoes at Akrotiri houses this extraordinary piece alongside other remnants of Minoan artistry. Through these paintings, we gain insight into daily life and traditions within one of history's most intriguing civilizations. Luisa Ricciarini expertly captures this fragmentary masterpiece through her lens, preserving its beauty for generations to come. As we admire this photograph print today, we can't help but marvel at how art has always been intertwined with agriculture and how even centuries later it continues to captivate our senses.
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