Greek Jewelry Timeless Elegance and Ancient Craftsmanship.pdf

Unveiling the beauty of ancient Greek jewelry ! My new presentation takes you on a journey through the history, materials, and symbolism of Greek adornments. Swipe through to see some stunning examples!

1. Greek Jewelry Timeless Elegance and Ancient
Craftsmanship
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2. Introduction
What Makes Greek Jewelry Unique?

●Overview of Greek jewelry's significance in history

●Importance of jewelry in Greek culture and society

●Influence of Greek jewelry on modern designs

3. Historical Background
The Origins of Greek Jewelry

●Early Greek jewelry: Mycenaean and Minoan periods

●Influence of Egyptian and Near Eastern cultures

●Transition through the Archaic, Classical, and Hellenistic periods

4. Craftsmanship and Innovation

●Common materials: Gold, silver, bronze, gemstones

●Techniques: Granulation, filigree, repoussé, and enameling

●Use of beads, pearls, and colored stones

Materials and Techniques

5. Symbolism and Meaning

The Cultural Significance of Greek Jewelry

●Symbolic motifs: Leaves, flowers, animals, and mythological figures

●Religious and protective symbols: Eye of Horus, Gorgoneion (Medusa head), and others

●Jewelry as a status symbol and its role in rituals

6. Famous Greek Jewelry Pieces

Iconic Artifacts

●The Gold Funerary Mask of Agamemnon

●The jewelry of Philip II of Macedon

●Other significant finds from Greek tombs and archaeological sites

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