Greek Geometric Pottery Amphora

Origin: MediterraneanCirca: Geometric Period, 725 BC to 700 BCDimensions: 18.75" Height x 10" Width (47.6 cm x 25.4 cm) Medium: Terracotta A beautifully executed form, of generous proportion, from the geometric period, this sumptuous amphora displays a number of the most iconic stylistic elements of the era.  A dotted rim sits atop a patterned neck with diamonds, cross-hatched triangles and a frieze of avian zoomorphic motifs.  The shoulder elegantly features large quatrefoil starbursts and checkered borders with lozenges, swastikas, and various geometric horizontal patterns throughout.