As tall as a person, this pot is covered with geometric patterns and early figural representations.
Dipylon Amphora, c. 755-750 B.C.E., ceramic, 160 cm, Geometric period (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)
As tall as a person, this pot is covered with geometric patterns and early figural representations.
Dipylon Amphora, c. 755-750 B.C.E., ceramic, 160 cm, Geometric period (National Archaeological Museum, Athens)
Bank of America's Masterpiece Moment
While the movement of her body, buoyancy of her drapery and beating of her wings reflect the energy characteristic of the Hellenistic era, the artist and patron remain unknown. Learn more about this sculptural masterpiece with the President and CEO of the Musée du Louvre.