Fragment of a terrracotta volute-krater (bowl for mixing wine and water)
Pentheus attacked by a woman
This piece consists of two joined fragments, 19.192.81.2 and .8. Pentheus is shown holding two spears and a sword. He brandishes the latter in defense against a woman who attacks him from the right with a thyrsos (fennel stalk with ivy). The death of Pentheus is the main subject of the front of the vase. His expression is masterfully conveyed by the relief lines.
This piece consists of two joined fragments, 19.192.81.2 and .8. Pentheus is shown holding two spears and a sword. He brandishes the latter in defense against a woman who attacks him from the right with a thyrsos (fennel stalk with ivy). The death of Pentheus is the main subject of the front of the vase. His expression is masterfully conveyed by the relief lines.
Artwork Details
- Title: Fragment of a terrracotta volute-krater (bowl for mixing wine and water)
- Artist: Attributed to the Painter of the Dublin Situlae
- Period: Late Classical
- Date: mid-4th century BCE
- Culture: Greek, South Italian, Apulian
- Medium: Terracotta; red-figure
- Dimensions: Overall: 9 3/4 x 4 1/2in. (24.8 x 11.4cm)
- Classification: Vases
- Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1919
- Object Number: 19.192.81.2
- Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art
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