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Elgin Amphora

Dipylon Workshop, Athens, c. 760–750 BC

British Museum, London

The geometric pottery amphora is made up from 15 fragments which have recently been restored. The surface is covered with an intricate web of half-tone decoration. An elaborate 'tapestry' pattern fills the widest zone around the middle, a chequerboard motif decorates the shoulder and an elongated double meander emphasises the elegant neck. A frieze of water birds fills the narrow zone below the rim. This work was acquired with assistance from the Wolfson Foundation.

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Title of artwork, date

Elgin Amphora, c. 760–750 BC

Date supported

2004

Medium and material

Fired clay

Dimensions

Height: 67 cm

Grant

40000

Total cost

170000

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