Vintage Hand Made Greek Fresco Painting of “The Boxing retailer Children” from Akrotiri

Product Name: Vintage Hand Made Greek Fresco Painting of “The Boxing retailer Children” from Akrotiri
Features · Hand-painted on plaster · Depicting Akrotiri Boxing Children Fresco from The Wall Paintings of Thera · Includes wall hanger on the back · Made in Greece Style Inspiration If you are a fan of the quirky and unconventional - this is the piece for you! Colorful, replica of boxing children, one of the masterpieces of mycenaean culture. Hang it in your bedroom, living space or office to make a fun statement! This unique piece will blend well with other eclectic elements - think a Persian rug, Moroccan brass, African wood carvings and big leafy plants. It will add a touch of mystical intrigue to any space! History The Akrotiri Boxer Fresco, discovered in 1967, is one of the Wall Paintings of Thera and a leading example of Minoan painting. It is a fresco depicting retailer two young boys wearing boxing gloves and belts and dates back to the Bronze Age, 1700 BCE. Around 1600 BCE, a disastrous earthquake, followed by a volcanic eruption, covered Akrotiri in a thick layer of pumice and ash.