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Thursday, December 15, 2022

Ancient Greek Vases Were Decorated with Gypsum, Researchers Say

Researchers say that ancient Greek vases dating back to 450–440 BC used in the funeral rites of the elite most likely used gypsum in its distinctive white background. Most kraters created in ancient Greece had red backgrounds, although many had dramatic black backgrounds as well, on which figures depicted in white and red would be […] Read the full story on GreekReporter.com.


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