Niobides Krater
Definition
The Niobides Krater is an ancient Greek vase painted in red-figure technique. It depicts a mythological scene involving Niobe and her children.
Related terms
Red-figure Technique: A pottery painting technique popular in ancient Greece, where figures are left unpainted while background areas are filled with black pigment.
Mythology: Traditional stories or legends that explain natural phenomena, customs, or beliefs through gods and heroes.
Vase Painting: The art form of decorating ceramic vessels such as vases or kraters with various designs and scenes.
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