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Athens / about 515-500 BCE

Hydria (Water Jar)

Hydria (Water Jar)

Look closely at Hydria (Water Jar). A terracotta jar, wider at the top with a narrow neck and small handles, decorated in black, featuring human figures against red.

WHY IT’S INTERESTING

What would you notice if you had a full minute with this object? The Art Institute dates Hydria (Water Jar) to about 515-500 BCE.

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A CLOSER LOOK

Attributed to a painter of the Leagros group Greek; Athens made this vessel. The museum dates it about 515-500 BCE.

The original museum record has the full image, attribution, and catalog details. Return to the work after reading its record and see what you notice.

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