Krater

1921.01.0022

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Artifact Identification Krater   (1921.01.0022)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Materials T&E
  2. :
  3. Food Processing & Preparation T&E
  4. :
  5. Food Preparation Equipment
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period/Date Graeco - Roman
Culture N/A

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Height) 28.9 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 26.0 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 23.9 cm
Weight 2000* g
Measuring Remarks The diameter is from one handle to the other.
*Weight is over 2000 grams.
Materials Ceramic--Terracotta, Pigment--Slip
Manufacturing Processes Handbuilding, Firing, Painting
Munsell Color Information black ; light red (2.5yr n2.5/0 ; 2.5yr 6/6) -ns red ( 5/6 ) -ns

Research Remarks

Published Description

Large Black Italian crater with red figures in wash paint on surface with two large handles. The figures are of several people surrounded by a geometric pattern and floral motif.

Description N/A
Comparanda

L: p. 116.

Bibliography N/A

Artifact History

Archaeological Data N/A
Credit Line/Dedication Mary L. Trowbridge Collection
Reproduction No
Reproduction Information N/A

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