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A broad view of the development of Cyprus from the Neolithic period until its submission to the Roman Empire, with links to two major collections of Cypriot antiquities.

A brief overview of the potential use(s) of olive oil in Late Bronze Age Greece.

A brief discussion of a v-pattern in the handle zone of a Mycenaean stirrup jar in CU's collection.

An introduction to the peplos, the chiton, and the himation, the three most important items of women's dress in the Archaic period in Greece.

This essay introduces the idea that scenes painted on ancient Greek vases are open to multiple interpretations, depending on the viewer.

A discussion of the nature of the symposium in ancient Greece, including its representation in texts and art.

A definition of the wedging method of working clay before throwing.

A definition of turning, a method of removing excess clay from thrown vessels.

An introduction to the Phoenicians and their influence on ancient Greek pottery trade and production.

A discussion of the evidence that exists for the movement of goods between ancient Greece and the Levant beginning in the Late Bronze Age.