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Greek Vase Types
Basically all the possible vases that may be in the exam and their use.
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11/11/2009
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Krater
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Mixing water and wine at the symposium.
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Amphora
 Definition
Storage for oil and grain.
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Hydria
 Definition
Carrying and pouring water, hence three handles.
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Lekythos
 Definition
For funeral offerings and oil. (Usually small and left at the grave site as offering)
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Kylix
 Definition
Drinking cup (usually for wine)
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Skyphos
 Definition
Large drinking cup
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Pyxis
 Definition
Small container with fitting lid. (Ash-tray foot and often used for cosmetics or jewellery, but not at the same time)