Reproduction of a Gold Mycenaean Disc 19th-20th century

Editor: This is a reproduction of a gold Mycenaean disc, around 6.5 cm in diameter, by Emile Gilliéron or his son. The bee motif is striking. What can you tell me about it? Curator: Considering its materiality and potential function, it's interesting to think about its place in Mycenaean society. Who would have owned it, and what kind of labor went into its creation? Was it a trade item, a symbol of status, or something else entirely? Editor: So you're thinking about the social context of its production and use? Curator: Precisely. It challenges us to consider the relationship between art, craft, and the social structures of the time. It makes me wonder how the value was determined. Editor: That's a good point; I hadn't considered the economics involved. Curator: And how that may have influenced the maker's choices. Editor: Thanks for making me think about this on a deeper level.