Lekythos Tree Ornament

Lekythos-shaped Christmas ornament.

The lekythos (Greek: λήκυθος) is a very common vase shape used to hold oil, either for cosmetic or household use. Lekythoi were also given as offerings to the dead, and are often decorated with scenes of daily life.

Laser-cut gold or silver mirrored acrylic. Engraved leaf and berry chain detail inspired by the motifs found on ancient Greek pottery.

Limited edition of 22 pieces.

Handmade in Scotland as part of Plato’s Fire’s Christmas vase collection, inspired by ancient Greek vases.

FEATURES:
Lekythos measures 60mm x 80mm
Engraved gold or silver mirror acrylic + FSC-approved birch plywood
Dark green velvet ribbon

GIFTING:
This lekythos ornament is the perfect gift for classicists and art historians. We can send directly to the recipient with a gift message from you: simply select ‘gift wrap’ when choosing your shipping method and write your message in the text box when prompted.

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