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10.2.3: Making Greek vases

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    How did ancient Greek potters make and decorate their pottery?

    Video \(\PageIndex{1}\): In ancient Greece, the phrase “to make pottery” meant to work hard. This video from the J. Paul Getty Museum reveals how the typical Athenian potter prepared clay, threw vases, oversaw firing, and added decoration or employed vase-painters. Video from the J. Paul Getty Museum.

    SmartHistory images for teaching and learning:

    Handle detail, Dipylon Amphora, c. 755-750 B.C.E.
    Horse, "Niobid Krater"
    Dipylon Amphora with Beth, c. 755-750 B.C.E.
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    Exekias, Attic black figure amphora
    Beth viewing the Dipylon Amphora, c. 755-750 B.C.E.
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    Exekias, Attic black figure amphora, detail with Ajax close
    "Niobid Krater," view with Herakles
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