Attic Black-Figure Amphorae

Attic Black-Figure Amphorae are ancient Greek storage jars made in Athens between the 7th and 5th centuries BCE. "Attic" refers to the Athens region, and "amphora" is a type of vessel used to hold wine, oil, or grains. They are called "black-figure" because artists painted figures and scenes in black slip on the natural red clay, then added details by incising lines through the black surface. These ceramics not only served practical purposes but also decorated Greek life with mythological and everyday scenes, offering valuable insights into ancient Greek culture and artistry.