Fragment of a Panathenaic prize amphora (jar), 2nd quarter of 4th century

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Fragment of a Panathenaic prize amphora (jar), Late Classical, 2nd quarter of 4th century , Greek, Attic, Terracotta; red-figure, length 6 1/2 in. ( cm), Vases, Reverse, shield of a participant in the race in armor. The race in armor was a major athletic competition in ancient Greece, partly because it featured the skill and stamina of a warrior. The shield here was painted white, with the device of a lion added in dilute glaze

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Size: 4322px × 4323px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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