Fine Ware Pottery from a Late Archaic House Near the Athenian Agora (2014) (original) (raw)
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This paper investigates the ceramic assemblage from Well J 2:4 near the Athenian Agora, focusing on the fine ware pottery associated with sympotic practices in a Late Archaic household. It presents quantitative data indicating that nearly half of the ceramic finds pertained to wine service and drinking activities, highlighting the importance of such practices over food consumption in this context. The study establishes a crucial link between pottery types and domestic social activities, while also advocating for a broader consideration of Athenian fine ware production.
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