Terracotta Plate (c.510 BC) by Ancient Greek Pottery

Terracotta Plate - Ancient Greek Pottery - c.510 BC

Artwork Information

TitleTerracotta Plate
ArtistAncient Greek Pottery
Datec.510 BC
Art MovementArchaic
Current LocationMetropolitan Museum of Art (Met), New York City, NY, US

About Terracotta Plate

The artwork titled “Terracotta Plate,” created by an anonymous artist from the Ancient Greek Pottery tradition around 510 BC, belongs to the Archaic art movement. It is classified under the genres of genre painting and utensils. This piece is part of the “Red-figure” series and is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met) in New York City, NY, US.

The artwork features a red-figure design on a terracotta plate. The central motif depicts a figure, likely mythological, perched gracefully atop a grand bird, possibly a rooster, which symbolizes power and prominence. The figure appears to be delicately clad in traditional ancient attire, with an intricately detailed drapery. The composition is set against a stark black background, which enhances the vibrancy of the red figures. The artistry exemplifies the Archaic period’s stylistic attributes, characterized by detailed and expressive human forms. The elegance and simplicity of the representation are notable, showcasing the sophistication and artistry of ancient Greek pottery.

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