History of Early Cyprus

June 18, 2018

A broad view of the development of Cyprus from the Neolithic period until its submission to the Roman Empire, with links to two major collections of Cypriot antiquities.

The Uses of Olive Oil in Late Bronze Age Greece

June 18, 2018

A brief overview of the potential use(s) of olive oil in Late Bronze Age Greece.

V-patterns on Bronze Age Pottery

June 18, 2018

A brief discussion of a v-pattern in the handle zone of a Mycenaean stirrup jar in ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä's collection.

Women's Dress in Archaic Greece: The Peplos, Chiton, and Himation

June 18, 2018

An introduction to the peplos, the chiton, and the himation, the three most important items of women's dress in the Archaic period in Greece.

Multiple Interpretations

June 18, 2018

This essay introduces the idea that scenes painted on ancient Greek vases are open to multiple interpretations, depending on the viewer.

The symposium in ancient Greek society

June 18, 2018

A discussion of the nature of the symposium in ancient Greece, including its representation in texts and art.

Wedging

June 15, 2018

A definition of the wedging method of working clay before throwing.

Turning

June 15, 2018

A definition of turning, a method of removing excess clay from thrown vessels.

Phoenicians and the Greek pottery trade

June 15, 2018

An introduction to the Phoenicians and their influence on ancient Greek pottery trade and production.

Trade and Commerce between ancient Greece and the Levant

June 15, 2018

A discussion of the evidence that exists for the movement of goods between ancient Greece and the Levant beginning in the Late Bronze Age.

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