Terracotta dinos (mixing bowl) 630 BC

This large terracotta mixing bowl, dating back to 630 BC, is a beautiful example of the Corinthian style of pottery. The bowl, which is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is adorned with a series of painted friezes featuring a variety of animals, including lions, panthers, and sphinxes. The artwork, which is created in black, red, and white slip, exemplifies the Greek love for nature and their artistic skills in depicting it. The delicate lines and flowing movements of the animals speak to the artistry of the anonymous artist.