Minoan Pottery Research Paper

I’m overwhelmed and overjoyed to finally see the Acropolis in Athens; I’m so tired from my long trip from Knossos on the island of Crete on the northern coastline. At least the seas were calm for the trip over. I am Minoan and my father raises olive trees so I brought along some olive oil in a very nice piece of Minoan pottery that I have made. It is decorated with olive trees to indicate its contents. That is what I do for a living. Pottery is in demand especially to store olive oil, wine, and grains and for cooking. I also help my mother at home as much as possible.

I want to get a hot bath in the Roman Baths and then shop for some new clothing at the stoa in order to be presentable to the goddess. I hope my offering is acceptable. I

love the pottery so I think it will make her happy with me.
Being at the Propylaia the columns are breathtaking sight, I am getting nervous but filled with anticipation.

The white marble is amazing. It is a massive and expansive place and the view was breathtaking coming up the hill along the Sacred Way. At the Temple of Athena Nike I notice her wings on the relief and the delicate clothing that she is wearing. It is very hot and dry here compared to Knossos. Temple of Athena Nike.

Looking at the Erechtheion with its Porch of the Maidens is lovely the maidens are beautiful. The six maidens look lifelike and are clothed in draped realistic gowns.

Wow the Parthenon is truly amazing, with all of the columns, I feel very small. It is so symmetrical and shines in the sunlight. I notice the color of the columns change as the day fades. The pediment sculpture are detailed and lifelike, I really am liking the Centaur. I’m going to have a closer look at this building and take it all in.

Now inside it is dim and much cooler. The Parthenon frieze is amazing and I love looking at the horses and chariots and all the other art works. There are so many people here all looking at the works of art in amazement. It is so good to finally be here and be able to soon give my offering. I can’t help but notice some very good looking athletic men here also. Love those toga outfits. I think many people are from faraway

lands.
Finally I am standing outside the huge columns and able to see the gold and ivory Athena statue. I can see Athena Nike and wish I could go inside. Her height makes me feel insignificant even from here. I notice the piles of offerings that everyone has brought. There is food, fruit, bread, wine, goblets of silver and gold, intricate garments, jewelry, perfume oils, spices, nuts, dried fruit. Art works including small paintings, sculptures some of her and other religious icons. The guards pack it off as the offering pile gets too big. I say a prayer and place my beautiful offerings amongst the growing pile.
Now I am ready to return home to the Island of Crete. It is an amazing view coming down the hill. You can see many things in the City of Athens, the city center, Ancient Agora and the Theater of Dionysos. Looking back up it is amazing I finally got to go there. I’m sure I will be safe and blessed on my long trip home as Athena will surely be pleased with my offerings. I have purchased some perfume and purple dyed fabric for my mother and a sword for my father to take home as souvenirs and gifts.