Terracotta situla (bucket)

Unknown

ca. 350–300 BCE · Terracotta · Greek and Roman Art

In relief, spout in the form of a lion's head; head of Dionysos under handle attachment at the back Below spout, theatrical mask of a woman The main view of the vase seems to be from the front, given the concentration of color though not of decoration.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 350–300 BCE

Medium

Terracotta

Culture

Greek, South Italian, Apulian, Gnathian

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

Purchase, The Abraham Foundation Inc. Gift, 1979