Eros in Bloom

“Eros in Bloom” – A Handpainted Decorative Plate by Anna Tsetsos
One-of-a-Kind | Collector’s Ceramic | A Classical Ode to Love, Light & Renewal

Introducing Eros in Bloom, a handpainted ceramic plate by Greek artist Anna Tsetsos, completed as a continuation of her evocative exploration of classical myth and natural ornament. This piece is a lyrical celebration of love in motion—golden, tender, and forever dancing.

At the center, the winged figure of Eros—Greek god of desire and divine affection—steps lightly among an ornate cascade of curling vines and blossoming roses. His form is rendered in warm golden tones, radiating softness and light against a twilight backdrop of deep forest green and dusk-blue hues. The floral motif encircling him forms a living garland—a visual hymn to both nature and devotion.

The entire composition is balanced and flowing, echoing motifs found on ancient pottery and frescoes, yet alive with modern intimacy and gentle movement. The figure’s gesture is not static—it reaches, as if toward a lover just beyond the rim.

Anna describes Eros in Bloom as “a moment of reaching—not to possess, but to feel. A reminder that love is not a destination, but a path made beautiful by every step.” This plate is a visual poem—soft in palette, bold in soul.

Details:

• Medium: Hand-shaped ceramic
• Technique: Acrylic and ink on ceramic with metallic gold tones
• Diamensions: It weighs 1236 grams, has a diameter of 33 cm and a depth of 2.6 cm.
• Finish: Satin-matte glaze with hand-brushed gilding
• Origin: Anna Tsetsos Studio, Greece

A poetic companion to any space inspired by mythology, romance, or antique elegance, Eros in Bloom is a timeless emblem of tender strength—a golden gesture caught in eternal spring.

Anna Tsetsos – Artist Bio

Anna Tsetsos is a contemporary Greek ceramic artist whose work bridges ancestral tradition with modern emotional expression. Born into a family of artisans in the northern Greece, Anna’s creative journey began at the intersection of folk craft and fine art. Her hand-thrown and handpainted ceramic pieces are infused with memory, symbolism, and the tactile rhythms of Mediterranean life.

Guided by a reverence for storytelling, Anna’s work draws from Byzantine iconography, mosaic forms, and floral motifs found in ancient Greek textile patterns. Each piece is a meditation on color, form, and emotion—crafted not just to be seen, but to be felt. She describes her process as “painting with instinct, sculpting with memory.”

Anna’s studio practice honors slow craftsmanship. Every plate, vessel, or tile is one-of-a-kind, made using natural materials and sustainable techniques. Her work has been featured in boutique galleries across Europe and has found a home in private collections that value authenticity, history, and soul.

Through her art, Anna invites viewers to reconnect with the sacred beauty of the everyday—transforming utilitarian objects into timeless expressions of joy, heritage, and presence.