Terracotta lekythos (oil flask) ca. 550 B.C. Attributed to the Pharos Painter Two women wrapped in one cloakLekythoi were traditionally placed as offerings in tombs or on grave monuments. The elongated shape of this example is typical of the earliest form. The subject of two women wrapped in one mantle was favored by the Pharos Painter (pharos is a word for "cloak"). There are also contemporary representations of two males with one cloak. The meaning may be sexual.. Terracotta lekythos (oil flask). Greek, Attic. ca. 550 B.C.. Terracotta; black-figure. Archaic. Vases

Brand: PL Photography Limited
SKU: 6145-29157061
Availability: InStock

Terracotta lekythos (oil flask) ca. 550 B.C. Attributed to the Pharos Painter Two women wrapped in one cloakLekythoi were traditionally placed as offerings in tombs or on grave monuments. The elongated shape of this example is typical of the earliest form. The subject of two women wrapped in one mantle was favored by the Pharos Painter (pharos is a word for "cloak"). There are also contemporary representations of two males with one cloak. The meaning may be sexual.. Terracotta lekythos (oil flask). Greek, Attic. ca. 550 B.C.. Terracotta; black-figure. Archaic. Vases

SuperStock offers millions of photos, videos, and stock assets to creatives around the world. This image of Explore Ancient Greek Elegance: Exquisite Red-Figure Pottery Vase with Intricate Floral Designs by Piemags/PL Photography Limited is available for licensing today.

Royalty Free License

Royalty-Free Standard Commercial licenses are granted for worldwide, non-exclusive and perpetual use, unless specifically noted otherwise. All Royalty-Free transactions are final. The Royalty-Free Standard Commercial license has no limitations and covers up to 15 users.