Oinochoe, Roman, attributed to the Kantharos Group
Production date
3rd Century CE
Country
Italy
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Object detail
Description
Well proportioned oinochoe decorated with a profile of a woman on the front of the vase. She wears a decorated net in her hair, earrings, and a necklace. Two curly locks of hair hang in front of her ear. The extra details are added in white and yellow. The artwork is clear and defined; the black glaze is still rich, apart from slight undulation on the neck. The handle has been reattached.
Maker
Production date
3rd Century CE
Measurements
H 310mm x Diam 118mm
Media/Materials description
Clay
Paint, minerals
Slip
Paint, minerals
Slip
History and use
Oinochoe are wine jugs from Ancient Greece. These graceful vessels take several forms, it held liquid for several people until it was poured. Attributed to the Kantharos Group, who were a group of painter/draughtsmen in ancient Greece.
Associated person
Registration number
E40245
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