Clay; fired and painted
480–470 BCE
Greece
Antikensammlung, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Details
Culture/Civilisation
Greek civilisation
Theme
Ancient Societies
Subtheme
Frailties of childhood
Case Title
Wife and Mother
Display Location
Coomaraswamy Hall
Findspot
Greece
Measurements
20 x 5.5 cm
Accession Number
30739
Description
This vase shows a scene of bridal courtship. It contained perfumes and oils to anoint the bride before the wedding ceremony. The decoration alludes to the future wife’s beauty and the erotic aspects of marriage.
