Antique reference print displaying a classical Greek black glazed earthenware oenochoe wine pitcher 插畫檔

This clean monochrome engraving showcases a profile view of a sleek, dark-toned pouring vessel characterized by an exceptionally tall, dramatically curved strap handle on a plain backdrop. Originating from an art and archaeological dictionary published in the United Kingdom during the late 19th century, the technical line illustration documents an authentic piece of ancient terracotta pottery from Greece traditionally dating back to the 5th century BC. The vessel exhibits a distinctive trefoil or wavy pouring spout, a fluted neck, and a bulbous, smooth body that terminates in a sturdy disc base, with a highly stylized handle that loops high above the rim before attaching to the lower shoulder. This precise ink illustration employs dense, closely spaced horizontal line hatching across the entire ceramic exterior to realistically communicate the reflective sheen, dark metallic coloration, and smooth glass-like texture characteristic of classical Greek black-gloss tableware.