the Late Helladic amphorae

Late Helladic amphorae are ceramic containers used by ancient Mycenaean civilizations around 1600–1100 BCE to store and transport liquids like oil and wine. These vessels are characterized by their distinctive shape, often with narrow necks and handles, and are decorated with intricate patterns and motifs indicative of the period’s artistic style. They are significant archaeological finds because they provide insights into trade, daily life, and cultural practices of the Mycenaeans, and their widespread distribution suggests extensive trade networks across the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean regions.