Ancient Greek Art: Black and Red Figure Pottery
Learn about the unique process behind creating black and red figure pottery from ancient Greece!
Eras of Greek Art: Pottery Edition
The Different Eras of Greek Pottery When you first think of ancient Greece, what do you think of? Do you think of great mythological stories of wondrous adventures as told through intricate pottery depicting these great scenes? Greek… Read More
Death, Burials, & Funerary Vases: The Ancient Greek Way
Do you know how the Ancient Greeks dealt with death? Start by looking back to the Geometric period where there’s Hades’ Underworld, elaborate burial rituals, and detailed ancient Greek funerary vases like the terracotta krater!
Hermaphrodite: Boundless Beauty
Two forms becoming one is Hermaphrodite. With roots in ancient Greek mythology, the tale of Hermaphrodite relates to modern discussions of gender identity and, through sculptural depictions, this figure becomes a beautiful ambiguity everyone can experience.
Perseus with the Head of Medusa: A Triumphant Statue
What’s not interesting about a statue depicting a Greek hero triumphantly holding the severed head of a creature that turns people into stone statues!? (My how the tables have turned….) Antonio Canova had the right idea when he did exactly that! Let’s look… Read More
When Love Conquers War: Botticelli’s Venus and Mars
Botticelli’s Venus and Mars has a lot to tell us about love, marriage, and classical works (there’s even some humor)! What’s not to love!?
Written in the Stars: Titian’s Tale of Bacchus and Ariadne
What do you know of Bacchus and Ariadne’s love-struck tale? Lucky for us, Titian, an Italian artist, sets (or paints) the scene!
The Sophilos Dinos and Percy Jackson: Prophecies, Weddings, and a Crazy Cast of Characters!
The Sophilos Dinos and Percy Jackson: Prophecies, Weddings, and a Crazy Cast of Characters!
Ancient Greek Technology: Seven Surprising Ancient Inventions
Most people know that the Ancient Greeks invented democracy, and the Olympic Games. Ancient Greek philosophers and Greek tragedies are famous all over the world, and mythological stories from Ancient Greece still fascinate and inspire us today. But… Read More
Life for Women in Ancient Greece
What do you think of when you picture life in Ancient Greece? Philosophy? Wine? Drinking parties? The Olympic Games? Well, you’re not wrong. These were all important parts of life for the people of Ancient Greece. But there’s… Read More
Four Ancient Board Games You Can Make and Play at Home
Getting bored at home? If you’re anything like us, you’ll be missing visiting museums, and learning about history. So why not use some of the extra time on your hands to make (and play!) one of these ancient… Read More
Introducing Nike: Greek Goddess of Victory
In Ancient Greek mythology, Nike was the Goddess who personified Victory. Personifications weren’t rare in Greek religion. For example, Arete was the Goddess of excellence and virtue, and Aeltheia was the spirit of truth. Sister of Kratos (Stregth),… Read More
