Terracotta hydria (water jar)
On the body, foot soldier and horseman
On the shoulder, chorus: flute player and dancers
This vase contributes to our knowledge of the earliest theatrical performances. The figures can be identified by their garments and particularly by the animal ears tucked into their headbands. With the assistance of contemporary representations, it is possible to relate the chorus to performances that took place before the main theatrical event.
On the shoulder, chorus: flute player and dancers
This vase contributes to our knowledge of the earliest theatrical performances. The figures can be identified by their garments and particularly by the animal ears tucked into their headbands. With the assistance of contemporary representations, it is possible to relate the chorus to performances that took place before the main theatrical event.
Artwork Details
- Title: Terracotta hydria (water jar)
- Artist: Attributed to the Circle of the Lydos
- Period: Archaic
- Date: ca. 560 BCE
- Culture: Greek, Attic
- Medium: Terracotta; black-figure
- Dimensions: Overall: 19 3/4 x 15 1/2in. (50.1 x 39.4cm)
diameter of mouth 8 1/2in. (21.6cm)
diameter of body 12 3/16 in. (30.9 cm) - Classification: Vases
- Credit Line: The Bothmer Purchase Fund, 1988
- Object Number: 1988.11.3
- Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art
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