This decorative art tile is printed using dye sublimation onto durable MDF with a smooth, glossy finish. Designed primarily as a small display artwork for shelves, desks, or walls, it also functions beautifully as a coaster when desired. Heat-resistant and easy to clean, it combines fine-art detail with everyday versatility.
 
This dynamic figure, Mistress of Animals Greek Art Tile, is shown in close association with animals, a motif deeply rooted in ancient Aegean symbolism. Her assertive posture and ornate attire suggest guardianship, mastery of nature, and the protective qualities attributed to female figures in mythic or ritual contexts. The stylized animals flanking her enhance the sense of balance and interconnectedness between human presence and the natural world.
 
The Bronze Age city of Akrotiri on Santorini, Greece, flourished over 3,600 years ago and was preserved under volcanic ash. Excavations led by Professor Spyridon Marinatos in the late 1960s uncovered brilliantly preserved wall-paintings that remain one of the most important discoveries in Aegean art.
 
Among the motifs uncovered at Akrotiri, figures accompanied by animals are among the most symbolically charged, representing harmony, protection, and authority over natural forces. The figure in this artwork reflects that archetype, embodying a role that bridges human ritual with environmental stewardship. Through her centered stance and surrounding.
 
Perfect for:
• Gifts for mythology and ancient goddess admirers
• Entertaining with symbolic cultural table accents
• Displaying as framed collectible artwork
 
Part of the Greek Art Collection, this piece celebrates the timeless beauty of Akrotiri frescoes reimagined for modern living.