Reproduction of a Gold Vapheio Cup 19th-20th century

Editor: This is a reproduction of a Gold Vapheio Cup. It was made by Emile Gilliéron or his son. The detail is amazing! What can you tell me about its significance? Curator: The Vapheio cups, originally Minoan, gained fame when two gold cups were unearthed in a Mycenaean tomb near Vapheio, Greece. Replicas like this highlight the public fascination with early Aegean civilizations, feeding into nationalist narratives. Editor: Nationalist narratives? Curator: Precisely! The reproduction and display of such artifacts contribute to constructing a shared cultural heritage. These images reinforce ideas about lineage and ancient glory for contemporary audiences. Interesting, isn't it? Editor: Absolutely! It’s amazing how a cup can be a part of a larger narrative.