

When the figures are black, the potteries are called black-figured, whereas the backgrounds are black and the figures are in the color of clay, they are called red-figured. We fill the areas of pottery that we wish to be black with diluted clay that has been well cleaned. Following that, we sketch out the emblazonment we want to design using a pencil. The walls are thin and the pottery is light, with a smooth surface. The dimensions of the jar's neck and body, as well as the grabs and the base, are ideal. Then we take the clear mud and shape the pottery on the wheel as we desire. This clay is combined with water and is cleaned from frills (e.g. WHY THIS ITEM IS UNIQUE? Because it is suitable for home use since it has been made with the exact technique of Ancient Greek potters as follows:Ĭlay from Attic soil is used to make the pots.

The original can be found at the Met Museum of New York. A unique museum replica of an ancient greek Krater vase, which is totally handmade with the exact technique of ancient Greeks. Rare ancient greek vase, Calyx form Attic red-figure Krater vase with a Phlyax (actor) holding a torch and playing a parodied of an ancient Greek tragic drama.
