The Griffin Warrior (The Kingdom of Pylos: Warrior Princes of Mycenaean Greece)

Overview:
Developed in collaboration with the University of Cincinnati's Palace of Nestor Excavations, led by Professor Jack Davis and Dr Sharon Stocker, this project supported The Kingdom of Pylos: Warrior Princes of Mycenaean Greece—an international exhibition exploring one of the most significant archaeological discoveries from Bronze Age Greece. The evidence-based facial approximation was created to reconnect audiences with the individual behind the archaeological remains while enhancing interpretation of Mycenaean society, identity, and leadership.

Creative & Scientific Contribution:
Working with archaeologists, museum professionals, and heritage partners, I digitally reconstructed the fragmented skull and produced an evidence-based craniofacial approximation informed by osteological analysis, archaeological context, and current scientific standards. Alongside the reconstruction, I contributed to the visual interpretation of the exhibition by helping translate complex archaeological evidence into an accessible and engaging public narrative, supporting visitors in connecting with the lived experiences of the Griffin Warrior and the wider cultural landscape of Late Bronze Age Greece.

Public Impact:
The reconstruction featured in The Kingdom of Pylos: Warrior Princes of Mycenaean Greece at the Archaeological Museum of Messenia (2024–2025) and the Getty Villa Museum (2025–2026), where it formed part of a major international exhibition exploring identity, warfare, craftsmanship, and cultural exchange in the Mycenaean world. Through evidence-based visual storytelling and museum interpretation, the project helped transform archaeological research into an engaging public experience for audiences in Greece, the United States, and beyond.