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Bronze Neck Amphora (jar) with Lid and Bail Handle

Ancient Greek Pottery

Bronze Neck Amphora (jar) with Lid and Bail Handle

Ancient Greek Pottery
  • Date: c.515 BC
  • Style: Archaic
  • Series: Relief and plastic
  • Theme: Amphora
  • Genre: mythological painting, utensil
  • Media: bronze
  • Location: Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met), New York City, NY, US
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Metal vases are far more rare than their ceramic counterparts because fewer were made and because the metal deteriorated or was melted down. Only about half a dozen complete bronze neck-amphorae are known. The side handles served for pouring, the swinging bail for lifting and carrying. The embellishment here is particularly masterful—not only the Gorgon's heads beneath the handles but also the beading, tongues, and lotos buds on the foot, lip, and handles.

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