Greek vases - Hydrien

1883

Etruscan Vase-painting Copper-line engraving with later hand-colouring. 1808. From Millin's 'Peintures de Vases Antiques' published in Paris in 1808. Depicts scene from an ancient ...

Subject : Ancient Greek vase-painting depicting a warrior, seated young man, and young woman. Technique : Copper-line engraving with original hand-colouring Background informatio...

Subject : Ancient Greek vase-painting depicting three draped young men and cortege of banqueters from an Attic column krater now in the British Museum. Technique : Copper-line engra...

Subject : Ancient Greek vase-painting depicting two women and two youths from an unidentified vase. Technique : Copper-line engraving with original hand-colouring Background inf...

Antique Greek Vases, Cooling Vessel & Amphorae Lithograph, 1883 Original antique color lithograph depicting three examples of ancient Greek ceramics—a large cooling vessel and two a...

Greek Vases and Amphorae – Classical Antiquity Chromolithograph, Meyers 1898 This decorative antique chromolithograph illustrates ten examples of ancient Greek terracotta vessels, carefully reproduced from archaeological originals. The plate presents a variety of classical ceramic forms, including an amphora, krater, stamnos, lekythos, wine vessel, oil bottles, pouring vessels, and ceremonial containers used throughout ancient Greece. Each example demonstrates the distinctive shapes and decorative styles that made Greek pottery one of the defining artistic achievements of the classical world. Published in Germany in 1898 as part of the renowned Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, this educational plate was produced during a period of intense scholarly interest in archaeology and classical antiquity. The lithograph was printed by the Bibliographisches Institut in Leipzig, one of Germany's most respected publishing houses. The illustrations faithfully reproduce the black-figure and red-figure decoration found on surviving Greek ceramics, depicting mythological scenes, warriors, horses, deities, and ornamental motifs. The arrangement is both informative and visually striking, with the warm terracotta tones contrasting beautifully against the dark painted surfaces of the vessels. The large Panathenaic amphora and stamnos dominate the composition, while smaller vessels provide a survey of the many forms used for storing wine, oil, perfumes, and other valuable commodities in daily Greek life. Beyond its educational value, the print possesses a strong decorative quality that makes it particularly suitable for display in libraries, studies, museums, classical interiors, and contemporary spaces inspired by archaeology and ancient art. It appeals equally to collectors of antiquities, classical scholars, and those interested in the history of design and ceramics. This print is an original 1898 chromolithograph, not a modern reproduction. Any images showing the print framed are for visual inspiration only. The print is supplied unframed. Condition: Good antique condition with age-related toning and minor handling wear. Original center fold as issued. Please examine the accompanying images carefully for a detailed impression of condition. Framing tips: Displays beautifully in a museum-black, dark walnut, or ebonized frame with a wide warm ivory mat. A thin gilt liner can further enhance the terracotta colors and classical character of the composition. Technique: Chromolithograph Maker: Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, Bibliographisches Institut, Leipzig, Germany, 1898 Keywords: Greek vases, Greek pottery, amphora, krater, stamnos, lekythos, wine jar, oil bottle, ancient Greece, classical antiquity, archaeology, terracotta vessel, red figure pottery, black figure pottery...

A wonderful study of Grecian vases at the Louvre. English School, early 20th century c1910. Watercolor and ink light wove paper, 9 1/4 x 6 inches (235 x 152 mm), the full sheet. In v...

Antique Greek Amphorae with Classical Figures Double-Page Lithograph, 1883 Original antique color lithograph depicting two elaborately decorated ancient Greek amphorae, published in...