The Archaeological Museum of Delphi houses an array of meticulously preserved artifacts, primarily originating from the Mycenaean period (16th - 11th Century BCE). The collection spans various mediums including bone, terracotta, gold, and bronze, indicative of the advanced technologies of the era.
These terracotta objects are mainly sacred figurines discovered in Delphic sanctuaries, portraying the ritualistic nature of the culture in which they originated. The collection's most conspicuous items are terracotta figurines of varying sizes, featuring anthropomorphic and zoomorphic forms, indicative of the civilization's spiritual beliefs. A noteworthy subtype of these human figurines are females, likely representative of the significance of goddess worship during the Mycenaean era. The figurines are defined by flat faces, triangular noses, and elaborate attire such as ornamental headdresses and draped clothing. Animal figurines, typically of bulls and birds, are also prevalent and usually associated with sacred practices.
