Antique Framed Print : Stamnos. Greek pottery used to store liquids. Classic period
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Stamnos. Greek pottery used to store liquids. Classic period
Stamnos. Greek pottery used to store liquids. Classic period. 5th century. Red-figures depicting heroes. From Bari, Italy. Episcopal Museum of Vic. Catalonia. Spain
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Antique Apulia Catalonia Ceramic Ceramics Episcopal Hero Liquids Pottery Vase Red Figure Stamnos
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.4cm x 24.4cm (7.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning Stamnos, or Greek pottery vessel, dates back to the 5th century BC during the Classic period. Discovered in Bari, Italy, this red-figure stamnos is now housed in the Episcopal Museum of Vic in Catalonia, Spain. The intricately painted exterior of this ancient artifact showcases heroic scenes from Greek mythology. The central panel depicts a female figure, possibly a goddess or a heroine, holding a drinking horn, while two heroic male figures flank her, engaged in combat. The red-figure technique, a distinctive style of Greek pottery painting, allows for a greater sense of depth and detail, bringing the mythological scenes to life. This stamnos would have been used to store and serve liquids, likely during feasts and ceremonial gatherings in ancient Greek society. The discovery of this artifact in Italy, far from its original Greek homeland, is a testament to the far-reaching influence of Greek culture during the ancient world. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this stamnos continue to captivate and inspire, offering a glimpse into the rich history and artistic achievements of ancient Greece.
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