Terracotta column-krater (mixing bowl) 375 BC

This 375 BC terracotta column-krater, a type of mixing bowl used for wine, is an excellent example of ancient Greek pottery. The krater, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, features a red-figure depiction of a woman and two men likely engaged in a religious procession. The scene, painted on the vessel's body, is adorned with geometric patterns and stylized floral motifs. The krater’s shape, with its two handles and prominent foot, reflects the classic forms of Greek pottery, while the detailed painting demonstrates the artistic sophistication of this period.