Lot composed from an greek earthenware hand-painted replica jug made in the classic Attic black-figure style, which features black silhouettes etched with fine details against the natural orange-red clay background. The elaborate scene on the jug presenting 4 characters captures the story moment when Thetis travels to Mount Olympus to petition Zeus, king of the gods, pleading to him to turn the tide of the war in favor of the Trojans, forcing the Greek army to realize how desperately they need Achilles back on the battlefield: "...and she crouched before him, and took his knees with her left hand, and with her right hand she touched his chin..." — Homer, Iliad (1.500–502) This high standard musem quality piece is finely reproduced, paintings of its decorative motifs and characters are executed with refinement and professionalism, while its interior and base are covered in formations very similar to real excavation deposits. The item is in very good condition, having no damages or restorations, presenting a few areas with glaze loss and a few minor scratches, resembling typical surface wear resulted from usage. Photos are part of description and serve for developing an accurate impression. Size— Height - 25cm, Base diameter - 16cm, Weight - 625g. Safe & fast shipment traceable by tracking number!