Minoan arts

Minoan art, originating from the ancient civilization on Crete around 2000 to 1400 BCE, reflects a vibrant culture deeply connected to nature and religious beliefs. It includes frescoes featuring lively scenes of festivals, sea life, and natural landscapes, showcasing a mastery of color and movement. Minoans also created intricate pottery and sculptures, often depicting graceful figures, such as goddesses or bull motifs, which symbolize strength and fertility. Their art is characterized by elegance and a sense of harmony, emphasizing everyday life and the natural world, and it significantly influenced later Greek art and culture.