What is a Greek Vase?
The term “Greek vase” is usually used to describe pottery produced in Greece between the 10th century BCE and the 1st century BCE. Technically it could, of course, describe any vase produced in the nation of Greece, modern or ancient. Greek pottery is a subject of great interest for many archaeologists who study Classical Greece, thanks to the huge assortment of extant pottery pieces which can be used for research and study. Pottery is a favorite artifact of archaeologists because it is so enduring, and it often provides vital cultural clues long after other artifacts have rotted away.
