Inside and outside of mouth and handle is black as is neck and back of body. At base of neck is a key meander design between two moulded ridges and only appears on the front. On the body, metope bearing the figure decoration. Main design is in a panel showing a Quadriga moving to the left. On the quadriga, hoplites in profile either side both facing right, holding shields and spears and wearing helmets. Red band at base of panel running all around the vase’s body and foot is black on top, but reserved on side. Resting surface reserved. Intact. Small chip on the neck. Gloss is shiny and picture remains clear. On the back side of the body, gloss is faded. Paint worn on handle and under mouth rim. White paint has faded. white deposits on the top of the foot. Colour remains clear. 500BC
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