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Exekias- 'The finest Black-figure vase painter of all time'?
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Exekias- 'The finest Black-figure vase painter of all time'? The vase painter Exekias painted some very beautiful vases, which date from around 530 B.C. To determine whether Exekias was the best black-figure artist of all time, we have to first consider the other black figure artists that are among the best, and compare the work of Exekias to them. From this, one can then determine an opinion over whether or not Exekias was the best, or just among the best. Other fine black-figure artists include Epiktetos, Lydos, Euphiletos, The Kuban Group, the Eucharides Painter, the Acheloos Painter, the Amasis Painter and Psiax. These are some of the other black-figure painters that I believe to be among the best. Exekias' most famous vase is an Amphora showing Ajaz and Achilles playing a game. This vase is a fine example of Exekias' work. It is a finely crafted piece and the skill that Exekias has that...
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