A krater or crater (Ancient Greek: κρᾱτήρ, romanized: krātḗr, lit. 'mixing vessel', IPA: [kraː.tɛ̌ːr]; Latin: crātēr, IPA: [ˈkraː.teːr]) was a large two-handled type of vase in Ancient Greek pottery and metalwork, mostly used for the mixing of wine with water.

krater, ancient Greek vessel used for diluting wine with water. It usually stood on a tripod in the dining room, where wine was mixed. Kraters were made of metal or pottery and were often painted or elaborately ornamented.

In the Athenian repertoire, there are four main types identified today: column-, volute-, calyx- and bell-. The psykter is a short-lived shape, used to cool the liquid. It is discussed here because it is often shown being used in kraters.

Greek pottery may be divided into four broad categories, given here with common types: [1] vases for oils, perfumes and cosmetics, including the large lekythos, and the small aryballos, alabastron, and askos.

Dipylon Kraters are Geometric period Greek terracotta funerary vases found at the Dipylon cemetery; near the Dipylon Gate, in Kerameikos. Kerameikos is known as the ancient potters quarter on the northwest side of the ancient city of Athens and translates to "the city of clay."

Dec 29, 2023 · There are different types of kraters, each with its own unique shape and specific function. Column Krater: Characterized by its vertical handles and conical or cylindrical body. It was common in the 5th century BC. Bell Krater: Distinguished by its inverted bell shape, with a rounded body and narrow base.

Title: Terracotta krater. Artist: Attributed to the Hirschfeld Workshop. Period: Late Geometric I. Date: ca. 750–735 BCE. Culture: Greek, Attic. Medium: Terracotta. Dimensions: H. 42 5/8 in. (108.3 cm) diameter 28 1/2 in. (72.4 cm) Classification: Vases. Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1914. Object Number: 14.130.14

Shapes and themes. Made of terracotta (fired clay), ancient Greek pots and cups, or “vases” as they are normally called, were fashioned into a variety of shapes and sizes, and very often a vessel’s form correlates with its intended function. For example, the krater was used to mix water and wine during a Greek symposion. It allows an ...

Brian Seymour and Monica Hahn provide a description, historical perspective, and analysis of a Geometric Krater from eight century BCE.

A Basic Guide to Ancient Greek pottery shapes. Find out what is an Am­phora, a Krater and the most usal Ancient Greek vases.