In Greek mythology, Daedalus was commissioned by King Minos to build the labyrinth to imprison the Minotaur, a terrible beast ...

Why did they leave behind no iconography of war, no murals of battles, no towering fortifications—despite their contact with contemporary Eastern cultures that celebrated military might in art and ...

This ancient art form not only ... pottery-making in Crete gives a unique insight into the island's past and present craftsmanship. Cretan pottery dates back to the Minoan civilization, which ...

In this fascinating video, we test the unique properties of these materials and explore how they interact in art and craftsmanship. Watch the stunning results and get inspired for your own projects!

and fine art. Importantly, the sea trade with Egypt and other cultures made the islanders a sophisticated society. The Mycenaeans who conquered the Minoan Crete and Thera in 1400-1420 BCE continued to ...