Lekythos 1872 - 1880

This Lekythos, a type of ancient Greek oil jar, was created by the Chelsea Keramic Art Works in the late 19th century, and is now on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The piece is notable for its stylized, geometric patterns, painted in black, green, and white against a red earthenware ground. The vase's shape and decorative motifs evoke ancient Greek art, while its 19th-century production suggests a growing interest in classical art and design during that period. This Lekythos exemplifies the Victorian fascination with ancient Greek aesthetics, making it a captivating example of decorative arts from that era.