Theraic Amphora.

Theraic Amphora* vase.

Dolphins playing around the seabed. Around them there are sea anemones, corals, and seaweed. In the center a merchant ship, crossing the sea.

Circa 1550/00   B.C

Private collection.

*Amphora were pottery containers used in the Ancient Greek world – Roman Empire, to transport liquid agricultural products over long distances either by land or sea. They carried wine, olive and fish sauces.