Archaeopolis Objects

Objects &
Editions.

Historically informed objects for dining, collecting, hospitality and production—designed and art-directed by Archaeopolis, then handcrafted by selected collaborating workshops and artists.

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Curated commissions & editions

Research made
physical.

Archaeopolis Objects presents a focused selection of vessels and coordinated sets shaped by historical reference, material knowledge and their intended use in dining, hospitality, collecting and production.

The design concept and aesthetic direction belong to Archaeopolis. Physical production is entrusted to selected workshops and artists whose craft translates that direction into clay, surface, colour and form.

Each released listing identifies its maker, material, intended use and historical basis. Food suitability, certification and edition status are stated individually whenever confirmed for that object.

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Armour &
object editions.

Design and aesthetic direction by Georgios Katsos / Archaeopolis. Handcrafted by Dimitris Katsikis and selected collaborators. Every piece shown below can be requested as a made-to-order commission; pricing is confirmed from the required material, dimensions and finish.

Alexander the Great Armour, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

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Armour edition · 6 archive views

Alexander the Great Armour

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Athenian Armour, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

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Armour edition · 4 archive views

Athenian Armour

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Macedonian Leather Armour, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

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Armour edition · 7 archive views

Macedonian Leather Armour

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Magna Graecia Armour, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

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Armour edition · 3 archive views

Magna Graecia Armour

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Mycenaean Armour, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

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Armour edition · 8 archive views

Mycenaean Armour

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Historically Informed Axes, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

Object edition · 7 archive views

Historically Informed Axes

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Archaic Noble Helmet, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

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Helmet edition · 9 archive views

Archaic Noble Helmet

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Archaic Spartan Helmet, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

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Helmet edition · 2 archive views

Archaic Spartan Helmet

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Corinthian Helmet C, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

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Helmet edition · 4 archive views

Corinthian Helmet C

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Marine Helmet, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

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Helmet edition · 5 archive views

Marine Helmet

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Mycenaean Helmet A, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

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Helmet edition · 2 archive views

Mycenaean Helmet A

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Mycenaean Helmet B, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

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Helmet edition · 2 archive views

Mycenaean Helmet B

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Scythian Helmet, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

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Helmet edition · 1 archive view

Scythian Helmet

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Hoplite Greaves, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

Protective equipment edition · 6 archive views

Hoplite Greaves

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Hoplite Shoes, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

Footwear edition · 2 archive views

Hoplite Shoes

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Historically Informed Shields, documented Archaeopolis Objects archive view 001

Shield edition · 14 archive views

Historically Informed Shields

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A larger spearhead shown beside the smaller arrowhead identified by the collection owner, Archaeopolis Objects archive

Weapon fittings edition · 5 archive views

Spearheads & Arrowhead

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Dark tapered ceramic drinking cup, Archaeopolis Objects archive

Ceramic collection · 25 finished object views

Ceramic Vessels & Tableware

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Layered historical dress ensemble with red, grey and cream woven textiles, Archaeopolis Objects archive

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Dress editions · 2 documented ensembles

Historical Dress Editions

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Sculptural Gorgon mask with serpentine hair and bronze-toned painted surface, Archaeopolis Objects archive

Signature mask edition · 1 documented view

Gorgon Mask

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Gold-toned leaf-form spearhead pendant worn on a fine chain, Archaeopolis Objects archive

Wearable object · 2 documented views

Spearhead Pendant

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Authorship & making

Designed by Archaeopolis.
Made through collaboration.

01

Historical reference

Archaeological forms, visual evidence and the practical demands of reconstructed dining, ritual, hospitality and production establish the starting point.

02

Design & art direction

Georgios Katsos and Archaeopolis define each object’s concept, proportions, aesthetic language, surface treatment and relationship to the wider collection.

03

Collaborative making

Selected workshops and artists execute the objects by hand. The individual maker, workshop and country of manufacture will be identified on each verified listing.

04

Documented edition

Every released object will state whether it is a reconstruction, an historically informed interpretation or a contemporary adaptation—and whether it belongs to an open, limited or numbered edition.

01

Catalogue category

Tableware

Kylikes, kantharoi, skyphoi, plates, jugs and serving forms will be organised by historical reference, intended use and level of reconstruction.

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02

Catalogue category

Symposium

Coordinated drinking and serving vessels conceived for private collections, historically informed dining and complete symposium settings.

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03

Catalogue category

Ritual & Light

A future selection of lamps, small ritual forms and objects that connect material culture with ceremony, storytelling and atmosphere.

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04

Catalogue category

Limited Editions

Small or numbered editions will be presented only when authorship, workshop, material, reference and production details have been confirmed.

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05

Catalogue category

Professional & Event Sets

Coordinated object groups for hotels, restaurants, historical dining, event planners, cultural venues and production designers.

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The listing standard

Every object needs
a documented identity.

01Dimensions, weight, material and method of manufacture

02Historical type, period or archaeological reference

03Clear distinction between reconstruction and contemporary adaptation

04Design authorship, collaborating maker or workshop, and country of manufacture

05Food and drink suitability only where genuinely certified

06Edition number or production status where applicable

07Links to the relevant research, experience or documented project

The working archive

Objects inside
complete historical worlds.

The existing Archaeopolis Collection remains the visual and practical archive behind Objects & Editions. It documents ceramics alongside armour, costume, instruments, environments and their use in live or filmed work.

Armour from the Archaeopolis working collection

Armour

Body protection & complete ensembles

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Helmets from the Archaeopolis working collection

Helmets

Archaic, Classical & regional forms

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Shields from the Archaeopolis working collection

Shields

Form, construction & painted identity

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Weapons & Protection from the Archaeopolis working collection

Weapons & Protection

Blades, axes, greaves & equipment

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Masks & Performance from the Archaeopolis working collection

Masks & Performance

Theatre, myth & character

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Music & Instruments from the Archaeopolis working collection

Music & Instruments

Reconstructed sound

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Costume & Character from the Archaeopolis working collection

Costume & Character

Dress as historical language

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Living History from the Archaeopolis working collection

Living History

The collection in action

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Athletic Culture from the Archaeopolis working collection

Athletic Culture

Pankration & embodied interpretation

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Ships & Maritime Life from the Archaeopolis working collection

Ships & Maritime Life

Reconstructed vessels & coastal interpretation

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Sets & Environments from the Archaeopolis working collection

Sets & Environments

Markets, workshops & inhabited worlds

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Dance, Women & Ritual from the Archaeopolis working collection

Dance, Women & Ritual

Movement, ceremony & female presence

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Ceramics & Pottery from the Archaeopolis working collection

Ceramics & Pottery

Forming, firing & historical use

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01

Individual objects

Register interest in the first documented vessels and small editions as the catalogue is verified.

02

Bespoke sets

Discuss a coordinated tableware or object set for hospitality, dining or a private collection.

03

Professional use

Request a period-matched group for an event, restaurant, hotel, cultural venue or production.

Forthcoming editions

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Commission a complete set.

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