An illustrated dictionary of words used in art and archaeology. Explaining terms frequently used in works on architecture, arms, bronzes, Christian art, colour, costume, decoration, devices, emblems, heraldry, lace, personal ornaments, pottery, painting, sculpture, &c., with their derivations (1883)
Mollett, John W. (John William) · London, S. Low, Marston, Searle and Rivington · leaf 24
eatre, and 15 the planof the seats. Amphora, Gr. and R. {af.i(pl-(pop4(ii). A largeearthenware vessel, having a handle on each sideof its neck (whence the name), and terminating ina point. Amphora; were used for holding variouskinds of produce, especially wine ; they wereplaced side by side in an… … Fig. 20. Greek Amphorae.mentioned by Nepos of one made of onyx.Homer mentions them of gold and stone ; andthe Egyptians had them of brass. Amphotis, Gr. and R. i. A brass cap linedwith cloth inside. 2. A simple woollen cap wornby athletes to protect their temples and ears fromthe blows of the…
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