Vases Kantharos Kantharos (Wine Cup)
Kantharos (Wine Cup)

Kantharos (Wine Cup)

Greek; Apulia, Italy · Kantharos · 300-275 BCE
<p>This cup is an example of Gnathia ware, named after the ancient town (modern Egnazia) where the first examples were found. Gnathia ware is characterized by polychrome motifs and patterns created by applying purple-red, yellow, and white directly on top of black gloss before the vessels were fired.</p>
Shape
Date
300-275 BCE
Culture
Apulia
Medium
terracotta, Late Gnathia ware
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
1889.25
Image Source
chicago_cc0
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