Hydria Collection

Greek Vase, Blinding of Polyphemus, late Archaic period, c530BC-c510BC

Handle from a Hydria (Water Jar) or a Stamnos (Mixing Jar), 5th century BCE. Creator: Unknown
Handle from a Hydria (Water Jar) or a Stamnos (Mixing Jar), 5th century BCE

Hydria (Water Jar), 480-470 BCE. Creator: Orchard Painter
Hydria (Water Jar), 480-470 BCE

Hydria (Water Jar), about 450 BCE. Creator: Chicago Painter
Hydria (Water Jar), about 450 BCE

Hydria (Water Jar), about 515-500 BCE. Creator: Leagros Group
Hydria (Water Jar), about 515-500 BCE. A terracotta jar, wider at the top with a narrow neck and small handles, decorated in black, featuring human figures against red

Hydria (Water Jar), 400-350 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Hydria (Water Jar), 400-350 BCE

Hydria (Water Jar), about 300 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Hydria (Water Jar), about 300 BCE

Hydria (Water Jar), 350 / 330 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Hydria (Water Jar), 350/330 BCE

Hydria with representation of Ulysses blinding Polyphemus the Cyclops, Cerveteri, Italy
LRI3900473 Hydria with representation of Ulysses blinding Polyphemus the Cyclops, Cerveteri, Italy, 450-400 BC (terracotta) by Etruscan, (5th century BC); Villa Giulia, Rome

Hydria, or Water Jar, 460-450 BC (terracotta, red-figure technique)
2969154 Hydria, or Water Jar, 460-450 BC (terracotta, red-figure technique) by Leningrad Painter (fl.c.475-450 BC); 42.4x37.6x31.8 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; Gift of Martin A

Women carrying hydria (colour litho)
957831 Women carrying hydria (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women carrying hydria. Illustration of Greek vase painting)

Fall of Troy hydria, c. 480 BC (terracotta)
3703901 Fall of Troy hydria, c.480 BC (terracotta) by Kleophrades Painter (Epiktetos II) (fl.500-475 BC); height: 31.8 cm; Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania

Hydria (fired clay)
1216362 Hydria (fired clay) by Greek, (3rd century BC); 43x24.2 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info)

Ancient Greek polychrome vases (colour litho)
6001518 Ancient Greek polychrome vases (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Greek polychrome vases)

An Attic black-figure hydria depicting Athena and Herakles in combat, and below
1764789 An Attic black-figure hydria depicting Athena and Herakles in combat, and below, Herakles wrestling with Nereos, c.520 BC (ceramic) by Greek

Hoop-driving (engraving)
3635364 Hoop-driving (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hoop-driving. Illustration for Illustrations of School Classics arranged and described by G F Hill)

Hoplites Fighting, detail of a Greek pot, (Hydria), c530-510 BC. Found at Caere. Held in British Museum

Hydria 520 BC Attributed Antimenes Painter Greek
Hydria, c. 520 BC. Attributed to Antimenes Painter (Greek). Black-figure terracotta; overall: 43.2 cm (17 in.); diameter of rim: 24.7 cm (9 3/4 in.); diameter of foot: 15.2 cm (6 in.)

Greek Hydria depicting an auletris, two dancers playing
Greek pottery with red figures. Hydria depicting an auletris, two dancers playing zills and other doing acrobatics in a house of heteras. After auletris, a man leaning on his staff, raising his hand

Hydria italote. Greek pottery. Red figures. 340-320 BC
Hydria italote. Greek pottery depicting a woman looking in a hand mirror. Red figures. 340-320 BC. Archaeological Museum of Paestum. Italy

hydria, Johannes or Lucas van Doetechum, Hans Vredeman de Vries, Hieronymus Cock, 1563

Hydria; Unknown; Greece, Europe; 460 B.C.; Bronze; Object (body): H: 47 x Diam.: 28.2 cm (18 1/2 x 11 1/8 in.), Object (neck): Diam.: 19 cm (7 1/2 in.)

Caeretan Hydria; Attributed to Eagle Painter, Greek (Caeretan), active 530 - 500 B.C.; Caere (?), Etruria; about 525 B.C.; Terracotta; Object: H: 44.6 x Diam.: 33.4 cm (17 9/16 x 13 1/8 in.)

Fragment of frieze representing procession
5th Century BC frieze from the Parthenon, Athens, Greece showing a procession of four hydria bearers. Three of these carry vessels on their shoulders that contain water for sprinkling the altar

Attic hydria, Detail of woman dancing with two men
Greek civilization, 5th century b.C. Red-figure pottery. Attic hydria. Detail: woman dancing with two men

Etruscan civilization, Black-figure pottery, Hydria with figures of Eurystheus, Hercules and Cerberus
Etruscan civilization, 6th century b.C. Black-figure pottery. Hydria with the figures of Eurystheus, Hercules and Cerberus

Egypt, Alexandria, Hydria with geometrical patterns, baked clay 2nd-1st Century B.C. Greek-Roman Museum, Greek art

Palestra Scene. Black-figure hydria. Classical Greek art. Ceramics. VATICAN CITY. Vatican Museums

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The hydria, a Greek vase commonly used as a water jar or mixing jar, has been an enduring symbol of ancient art and culture. Dating back to the late Archaic period from c530BC-c510BC, these vessels have captivated historians and art enthusiasts alike with their intricate designs and historical significance. One notable depiction found on a handle from a the Blinding of Polyphemus. This mythological scene portrays Ulysses blinding the Cyclops, showcasing the prowess and cunning of the hero. Created by an unknown artist in the 5th century BCE, this artwork serves as a testament to the storytelling abilities of ancient Greece. Throughout history, various artists have left their mark on hydrias. The Orchard Painter's creation from 480-470 BCE showcases delicate floral motifs that add elegance to this utilitarian vessel. Similarly, the Leningrad Painter's work from 470-460 BCE features bold geometric patterns that highlight their artistic skill. As time progressed into the Classical period around 360-350 BCE, artists like Iliupersis Painter embraced more narrative themes in their hydrias. Their piece depicts scenes from Troy's fall during the Trojan War—an event known as "Iliupersis. " This shift towards storytelling demonstrates how these vases evolved beyond mere functional objects. The Chicago Painter's hydria dating back to about 450 BCE exhibits exceptional craftsmanship through its detailed figures and ornate borders. Meanwhile, Leagros Group's creation from about 515-500 BCE showcases stunning black-figure technique combined with mythical creatures such as griffins—a true testament to Greek mythology's influence on art. Even though some creators remain unknown throughout history—such as those behind pieces dated between 400-350 BCE or approximately 300 BCE—their contributions are no less significant. These anonymous craftsmen continued traditions while adding unique touches that make each hydria a work of art.