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Amphora, Southern Italy
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Amphora, Southern Italy
A red-figure pottery amphora with a painted representation of a female face, dating from around 320 BC. The woman is wearing a necklace and earrings with her hair pulled up and covered with a headdress. Single female heads, normally wearing headdresses and jewellery, were a popular motif in the red-figure ware of Southern Italy. Pottery such as this was possibly used for funerary purposes, rather than daily use. This amphora was collected from Pompeii, Italy. Bequest from Miss Mary Sophie Tucker
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TRURI : 1894.3.1
Media ID 19210429
© RIC, photographer Mike Searle
Black Brown Vessel Handle Handles Storage
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Amphora, Southern Italy - A Glimpse into Ancient Elegance
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. This print showcases an exquisite red-figure pottery amphora from Southern Italy, dating back to around 320 BC. Adorned with a mesmerizing painted representation of a female face, this artifact offers us a glimpse into the artistic prowess and cultural sophistication of ancient civilizations. The woman depicted on the amphora exudes grace and beauty, her hair elegantly pulled up and covered with a delicate headdress. Enhancing her allure are the intricate necklace and earrings she wears, showcasing the attention to detail prevalent in Southern Italian red-figure ware. While vessels like these were commonly used for storage purposes in daily life, this particular piece is believed to have served a more solemn function - possibly connected to funerary rituals. Its origin from Pompeii adds an extra layer of historical significance as it survived the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Collected by Miss Mary Sophie Tucker and now housed at the Royal Cornwall Museum, this amphora stands as a testament to human creativity throughout time. The rich hues of red, brown, and black beautifully accentuate its decorative motifs while highlighting its craftsmanship. Through this image captured by Mike Searle's lens, we are transported back centuries ago to appreciate both the aesthetic splendor and cultural symbolism embedded within this remarkable artifact from ancient Southern Italy.
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