Orphic vase

An Orphic vase is a decorated pottery piece from ancient Greece associated with the religious and mystical traditions of Orphism. These vases often depict scenes related to the mythological and spiritual beliefs of the Orphic tradition, which emphasized the soul’s journey, divine knowledge, and the afterlife. They served both functional and ritual purposes, often used in funerary contexts or ceremonies. The artwork can include images of gods, mythological figures, and symbols that conveyed spiritual messages about rebirth, purification, and the divine connection between humans and the cosmos.