Corinthian Pottery Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
When and what
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7th and 6th century BC
Corinth led world in pottery production
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3
Q
What was the style
A
Colourful and used elaborate motifs from the Near East
4
Q
Example specific
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Rim and neck show a petal with 4 hopilite soldiers
5
Q
Typical features of Corinthian pottery (2)
A
Lotus flowers and scale pattern
6
Q
Specific example of perfume pot (3+)
A
Aryballos
Small round pots with opening at top
Scratches to make faces and paint on shield (purple) while rest of pot is black
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