Terracotta Oinochoe, Chous (jug) 420 BC

This terracotta oinochoe (jug) from ancient Greece, dating back to 420 BC, is a prime example of black-figure pottery. The artwork depicts a scene with two figures, likely a god and a mortal, painted in red against a black background. The figures stand beside a column decorated with a repeating motif, typical of the black-figure style, which emerged in the 7th century BC and continued to develop throughout the 6th and 5th centuries. This oinochoe, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the artistry and technical mastery of ancient Greek potters.