Athenian Black Figure Vases: A Handbook

World of Art

by John Boardman

"Will undoubtedly become a standard work of reference."― Journal of Hellenic Studies Athenian black figure vases bear the work of consummate artists like Exekias, who depicted on them scenes of myth and everyday life that deepen our knowledge and understanding of Greek antiquity. John Boardman enables the reader to study the many aspects of the vases, and to grasp the essential style of a painter or group of painters, without having to consult a number of expensive, and not always easily accessible, publications. A final section is devoted to the mythological scenes and other decorative features of the vases. 385 black-and-white illustrations

Genres: Art, Archaeology, History, Nonfiction, Classics, Ancient History, Classical Studies

252 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1974

Reviews

[Vincent Gulotta · Rating 2 out of 5]

Donnish, prose flat and unenthusiastic. Makes you wander if the author actually likes or care about the topic.

[R.K. Cowles · Rating 4 out of 5]

3 3/4 stars

[Jill · Rating 4 out of 5]

Only wish it had been in colour to get the full effect of the variations.