Attic Red-Figure Volute Krater Fragment
Single fragment preserving part of the shoulder and body. Slightly burnt.
Figural scene bordered on top by a tongue pattern on the shoulder at the junction with neck. Interior: upper part reserved, lower part black.
The fragment preserves the helmet of a warrior facing left. The edge of the helmet’s turned-up cheekpiece is visible. At the right end of the fragment are preserved two closed fingers of his hand. He is probably in an attacking position.
Figural scene bordered on top by a tongue pattern on the shoulder at the junction with neck. Interior: upper part reserved, lower part black.
The fragment preserves the helmet of a warrior facing left. The edge of the helmet’s turned-up cheekpiece is visible. At the right end of the fragment are preserved two closed fingers of his hand. He is probably in an attacking position.
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