Exekias

Exekias was an ancient Greek artist and potter from the 6th century BCE, renowned for his exceptional skill in creating detailed and expressive pottery. He specialized in black-figure vase painting, where figures and scenes were painted in black on the natural red clay of the vase, then engraved with fine details. Exekias is celebrated for his ability to convey emotion and narrative through his artwork, elevating ceramic design to a sophisticated form of storytelling. His work had a lasting influence on Greek art, setting high standards for craftsmanship and artistic expression in ancient times.