Photo © The Israel Museum, Jerusalem, by Vladimir Naikhin |
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Attic red-figure hydria (water jar) depicting the story of Amymone and Poseidon
Athens, Greece Late Classical period, 430–410 BCE Pottery H: 30.3; Diam: 12 cm Bequest of Joseph Ternbach, New York, to American Friends of the Israel Museum Accession number: 87.160.327 |
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While out seeking water for her father Danaos during a time of drought, Amymone was assaulted by a satyr, but was rescued and subsequently pursued by Poseidon. On this vase, Amymone seems to be engaged in dialogue with Poseidon rather than fleeing from him. Publications: Merhav, Rivka et al., A Glimpse into the Past: The Joseph Ternbach Collection, The Israel Museum, Jerusalem, 1981 Exhibition: Drink and Be Merry. Wine and Beer in Ancient Times, Israel Museum, Jerusalem, and Jewish Museum, New York, 25/02/1999 - 22/11/2000 Digital presentation of this object was made possible by: The Ridgefield Foundation, New York, in memory of Henry J. and Erna D. Leir |
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