Terracotta lagynos (pitcher)

Unknown

late 2nd–early 1st century BCE · Terracotta · Greek and Roman Art

Jug of fine light clay, with angular body, laurel-wreath. The Greek word KITIAC (Kitias) painted above the wreath of laurel leaves and berries is probably a woman's name. These vessels are associated particularly with women's festivals and gatherings.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 2nd–early 1st century BCE

Medium

Terracotta

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76