Diver of Paestum Mug
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- €12.50
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- €12.50
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The Diver Mug is decorated with the fresco from the Tomb of the Diver in Paestum, one of the most fascinating symbols of Magna Graecia.
The design faithfully reproduces the image of the diver, symbol of the passage between life and death. The fresco, dating back to the 6th-4th century BC, decorated the interior of a Greek tomb.
Characteristics
- Material: white ceramic
- Capacity: 325 ml
- Certified for food use
- Suitable for the microwave and the dishwasher
- Packaged in a gift box with Museum Shop graphics
- Produced in Italy
Historical Curiosities
The Fresco of the Diver of Paestum is a unique example of Greek funerary art. It represents a young man who dives into the water, symbolizing the passage from earthly to otherworldly existence. The scene, very rare in Greek art, expresses a philosophical vision of death as a journey beyond life. The fresco is considered a precious testimony of Greek painting, in a funerary context.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which fresco decorates the Diver mug?
The decoration depicts the Tomb of the Diver in Paestum.
What does the scene show?
It shows a young man diving into water, interpreted in the listing as a symbol of the passage from life to death.
What are its capacity, material and use instructions?
The mug is white ceramic, holds 325 ml, is certified for food use and is suitable for the microwave and dishwasher.
What packaging is provided?
It comes in a gift box with Museum Shop graphics and is made in Italy.