Red-Figure Technique

The Red-Figure Technique is an ancient Greek pottery style used around the 5th century BCE for decorating ceramics. Artists created detailed images by leaving the figures in the natural red color of the clay while painting the background black. This was achieved through a firing process that controlled the kiln atmosphere, allowing the painted background to turn black while the figures remained red. This method allowed for greater detail and nuance in the artwork compared to earlier styles, enabling artists to depict complex scenes and expressive figures with fine lines and intricate details.