Dr Ilektra Georgoula from the Benaki Museum presents the gold kylix for the cameras.
Image: Rodney Start
Source: Museum Victoria
It might be just 10cm high, but a 3500 year-old solid gold object still creates a flurry.
On Tuesday 27 September media flocked to the Immigration Museum, in order to be the first to cast eyes and cameras over a priceless solid gold drinking cup (known as a ‘kylix’) made in the late 15th century BC.
Silence descended as the treasure was carefully unpacked and handled exclusively by the gloved hands of Benaki Museum staff Dr Ilektra Georgoula and Ms Georgia Karydi.
Soon to be displayed as part of Greek treasures: from the Benaki Museum in Athens, the precious kylix is stunningly decorated with running dogs in a technique called ‘repousse.’
The cup is among world-famous finds from the rich tombs of the Mycenaen civilisation, which has become legendary for both its wealth and its role in Homer’s account of the Trojan War.
Don’t miss out on viewing this spectacular treasure, along with more than 160 objects spanning 8,000 years of history.
Greek treasures: from the Benaki Museum in Athens will be shown at the Immigration Museum from 7 October.