Issued in 1973, this Greek pair celebrates the ancient artistry of the Minoan civilization through exquisite fresco reproductions from Akrotiri on Santorini. The 5 Drachma stamp depicts the “Antelope Fresco,” showcasing stylized gazelles in fluid motion against a red ochre background, symbolizing grace and vitality. The 0.10 Drachma stamp features the “Spring Fresco,” a vivid portrayal of lilies and swallows, one of the earliest known landscape paintings. These stamps honor Greece’s deep cultural legacy and the sophistication of Bronze Age Aegean art.