Amphoras and the Ancient Wine Trade

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Excavations of the Athenian Agora, Picture Book 6

32 s, s/b resimler, İngilizce.

Athough this booklet is based on broken pottery found in the excavation of the Agora, the author ranges far beyond the confines of Athens in her discussion of the purpose and significance of different amphora types. She shows how chronological variations in shape and the geographical clues offered by stamped handles make amphoras a fascinating source of economic information. The book is illustrated with photographs of the many different forms of amphora found, all set into context by the well-written text