Fragments of the Fresco
Fragments of the Fresco
The fresco is the largest example of Mycenaean wall painting that remains in its original location. While competently executed, it shows evidence of being done in haste.Along with the altar in front of it, it should be viewed as a cohesive unit depicting an architectural scene with three female figures on two distinct levels.
On the upper level, to the left, there is a blank woman holding a staff. Between her and another figure are two small, naked male figurines suspended in mid-air. These figures are set within a room featuring two spiral columns, a brick or tile floor, and a ceiling supported by the columns.
The lower level, on the left, depicts a room with two columns, where a standing female figure holds sheaves of wheat with her hands raised. The remnants of a griffin, specifically its yellow tail and forepaws, can be seen accompanying her. On the right, there is an altar, likely once entirely plastered and painted. The horns' decoration and the painted beam ends suggest it represents the exterior of a building.
The two female figures are dressed in typical Mycenaean attire, while the third wears a Minoan skirt.
As seen on
Mycenae: Agamemnon's home