Pitcher (Oinochoe)
Artist/Maker
Artist Unknown
Artist Unknown
Datelate 4th century BCE
CultureGreek
Mediumpottery and paint
DimensionsOverall: 10 1/2 x 6 x 6 1/2 in. (26.7 x 15.2 x 16.5 cm)
ClassificationsContainers
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Terms
Object number96.0005.01
On View
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DescriptionThis gnathia-ware oinochoe or pitcher, which is one of a pair, has a torus foot, trefoil mouth, and ribbed handle. The front is painted with a grapevine beneath registers of waves, scrolling tendrils, and egg and dart motif.- Art of the Ancient Mediterranean
