Neck-Amphora, Campanian Black-Ware
Production date
3rd Century CE-4th Century CE
Country
Italy
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Object detail
Description
A very large wine Amphora, black-glazed, with a reserved band around the neck which has been colored red.
Classification
ARCHAEOLOGY Greek urn
Production date
3rd Century CE-4th Century CE
Production place
Measurements
L352mm x W315mm x D270mm
Media/Materials description
Clay
Paint
Slip
Paint
Slip
History and use
Athenian painted wares were highly regarded in the ancient world. This piece was exported to Tuscany, where it was excavated.
Registration number
E40242