Amphoras and the Ancient Wine Trade

By Virginia R. Grace

Although this booklet is based on broken pottery found during the excavation of the Agora, the author ranges far beyond the confines of Athens in her discussion of the purpose and significance of different amphora types. Amphoras were used in the ancient world to transport various different types of products, including wine and oil. The author shows how chronological variations in shape and the geographical clues offered by stamped handles make amphoras a fascinating source of economic information. The booklet illustrates many different forms of amphora, all set into context by the well-written text.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0876616198
• ISBN13: 9780876616192
• Release Date: December 1979
• Publisher: American School of Classical Studies at Athen
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.6" x 8.4"
• Age Range: 17 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 12 and higher