Terracotta oinochoe:olpe (jug) 630 BC

This terracotta oinochoe, or jug, dating back to 630 BC, is a prime example of ancient Greek pottery. The black-figure technique, where figures are painted in black slip on a clay ground, is evident in the depictions of animals that adorn the body of the vessel. The intricate details of the figures, likely panthers and goats, are rendered with a level of skill and precision that reflects the artistry of the time. This oinochoe, currently residing at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, serves as a fascinating window into the artistry and everyday life of ancient Greece.