Terracotta neck-amphora (jar) with twisted handles

Art Historical Context

Behold the elegant *Terracotta neck-amora with twisted handles* by the Suessula Painter a masterful Attic Greek vase from around 400 BCE. Standing just 13¾ inches tall, this Classical period jar—likely used for storing olive oil or wine—was crafted from terracotta on a potter's wheel. Its distinctive twisted handles and slender neck exemplify the refined proportions of Athenian pottery, blending utility with artistry for everyday life, symposia, orary rites. The Suessula Painter, named after a vase found near Suessula in Italy, worked in the red-figure technique, a hallmark of late Classical ...