Greek Cretan Jar,Oinochoe 38cm,Minoan Art Pottery

Enhance your decor with this handmade **Ancient Greek Oinochoe** crafted in the **Minoan art style**. The oinochoe, also spelled oenochoe, is a traditional Greek wine jug distinguished by its curved handle and trefoil-shaped mouth. Used widely in the Classical period (5th century BCE), the oinochoe was later revived during the Renaissance and again in the Neoclassical period of the 18th century.

**Minoan art** (c. 2600–1100 BCE) from Bronze Age Crete is celebrated for its dynamic patterns and nature-inspired motifs. Early Minoan ceramics showed spirals, triangles, curved lines, and geometric patterns. Middle Minoan designs often featured naturalistic depictions of fish, squid, birds, and lilies, while Late Minoan art introduced more variety, including floral and animal motifs such as lotuses and palmettes. This jar reflects that evolving artistic tradition and the Minoans’ deep connection with nature.

**Product details:**
- Height: 38 cm (14.82 in, with handle)
- Net weight: 2.3 kg (5.08 lb)
- Handmade and hand-painted in Greece
- Includes certificate of authenticity
- Recommended use: Decorative only (not suitable for food or liquids)

**Shipping & Guarantee:**
- Ships from Greece within 1–3 business days
- DHL Express delivery: Europe 1–6 days, Worldwide 2–7 days
- Free tracking number included
- Secure packaging for safe international delivery

Since 1986, our workshop has created authentic Greek ceramics, preserving the artistry of the Minoan and Classical world for collectors worldwide.