Wine Jar Collection

Amphora with a running man
3330379 Amphora with a running man; (add.info.: Amphora with a running man. Dated 6th Century BC.); Universal History Archive/UIG

An engraving depicting a sugar hare seller and truck with wine jars in China, 19th century
5310699 An engraving depicting a sugar hare seller and truck with wine jars in China, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1813); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Wedding in Cana, 1939. Creator: Lodewijk Schelfhout
The Wedding in Cana, 1939. Mary, a bride and groom, and Christ, sitting at a table. Christ blesses six jars and changes the contents from water into wine

Diana Offered Wine and Fruit by Bacchus and his Retinue, c.1617-1625. Creator: Hendrick van Balen
Diana Offered Wine and Fruit by Bacchus and his Retinue, c.1617-1625

Wine Jar (Hu), Style of Western Han dynasty (206 B. C. -A. D. 9), 2nd / 1st century
Wine Jar (Hu), Style of Western Han dynasty (206 B.C.-A.D. 9), 2nd/1st century

Miniature Wine Jar (Hu), Tang dynasty (618-906), 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Miniature Wine Jar (Hu), Tang dynasty (618-906), 8th century

The Feast, from The Story of Artemisia, France, 1607 / 30. Creator: Unknown
The Feast, from The Story of Artemisia, France, 1607/30. Woven at the Manufacture du Faubourg Saint-Marcel, Paris, after a design by Antoine Caron. Detail from a larger artwork

Wine Jar (Hu), Eastern Zhou dynasty, Warring States period (475-221 B. C. ), c
Wine Jar (Hu), Eastern Zhou dynasty, Warring States period (475-221 B.C.), c. 5th century B.C

The Marriage at Cana, Northern Germany, 1575 / 1600. Creator: Unknown
The Marriage at Cana, Northern Germany, 1575/1600

The Feast [central part], from The Story of Artemisia, France, 1607 / 30. Creator: Unknown
The Feast [central part], from The Story of Artemisia, France, 1607/30. Woven at the Manufacture du Faubourg Saint-Marcel, Paris, after a design by Antoine Caron

Water or Wine Jug, c. 1939. Creator: Nicholas Amantea
Water or Wine Jug, c. 1939

Asian Porcelains by Julius Bien, c. 1880 (colour lithograph)
1201801 Asian Porcelains by Julius Bien, c.1880 (colour lithograph) by Bien, Julius (1829-1909); Private Collection; (add.info)

Attic red-figure oinochoe, depicting the sorceress Circe being pursued by Ulysses
XIR279363 Attic red-figure oinochoe, depicting the sorceress Circe being pursued by Ulysses (ceramic) (see also 190217) by Greek, (5th century BC); Louvre, Paris

Black-figure oinochoe decorated with warriors, c. 530-520 BC (ceramic)
XIR240299 Black-figure oinochoe decorated with warriors, c.530-520 BC (ceramic) by Greek, (6th century BC); Musee Municipal Antoine Vivenel, Compiegne, France; Greek, out of copyright

Oinochoe in the form of the head of a young man, known as the Tete de Gabies, c
XIR223262 Oinochoe in the form of the head of a young man, known as the Tete de Gabies, c.400 BC (bronze) by Etruscan, (5th century BC); height: 32 cm; Louvre, Paris

Oinochoe head-vases, probably from Athens, LtoR Maenad, Class E name-vase of The Oxford
AMQ100566 Oinochoe head-vases, probably from Athens, LtoR Maenad, Class E name-vase of The Oxford Class and Satyr, Class P of the Chairete Class, c.500-450 BC (polychrome pottery) by Greek

Attic red-figure oinochoe depicting Ulysses pursuing the sorceress Circe with his sword
XIR190217 Attic red-figure oinochoe depicting Ulysses pursuing the sorceress Circe with his sword (ceramic) (see also 279363) by Greek, (5th century BC); Louvre, Paris

Ariadne in Naxos, 1925-26 (tempera on handwoven linen)
BIR189262 Ariadne in Naxos, 1925-26 (tempera on handwoven linen) by Southall, Joseph Edward (1861-1944); Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; (add.info)

The Royal Naval Exhibition, Steam Navigation (engraving)
1591693 The Royal Naval Exhibition, Steam Navigation (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Naval Exhibition, Steam Navigation)

Attic black-figure Amphora depticting a wheeled chariot, 520-500 BC (clay)
FIT278748 Attic black-figure Amphora depticting a wheeled chariot, 520-500 BC (clay) by Lysippides Painter (fl.530-510 BC) (manner of); height:31.5 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge

Corinthian oinochoe decorated with lions, from Vulci, c. 530-520 BC (ceramic)
XIR240298 Corinthian oinochoe decorated with lions, from Vulci, c.530-520 BC (ceramic) by Greek, (6th century BC); Musee Municipal Antoine Vivenel, Compiegne, France; Greek, out of copyright

The Infant Bacchus, 1811. Creator: Richard Westall
The Infant Bacchus, 1811

Dives and Lazarus, 1680. Creator: Luca Giordano
Dives and Lazarus, 1680

The Marriage at Cana, c. 1495/1497. Creator: Master of the Catholic Kings
The Marriage at Cana, c. 1495/1497

The Wedding at Cana, from Das Plenarium, 1517. Creator: Hans Schaufelein the Elder
The Wedding at Cana, from Das Plenarium, 1517

The Wedding at Cana, from The Life of Christ, ca. 1511-12

Saint Benedict, ca. 1640-45. Creator: Francisco de Zurbaran
Saint Benedict, ca. 1640-45

Chinese Wine-Jar. Ming Period, 1368-1644, (1928). From Old Furniture, Volume IV. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1928]

Wine Jar with Hunting Scene in Relief. Han Dynasty, 206 BC - AD 221, (1927). Artists
Wine Jar with Hunting Scene in Relief. Han Dynasty, 206 BC - AD 221, (1927). From Old Furniture, Volume II. edited by Lieut.-Col. E. F. Strange, C.B.E. [Old Furniture Ltd. London, 1927]

Wine Jar: Ming Dynasty, c1500, (1936). Held by the Eumorfopoulos Collection, London. From The Connoisseur, Vol. 97, edited by H. Granville Fell. [International Studio, London, 1936]

Vercingetorix imprisoned in the Tullianum in Rome, c52-46 BC (1882-1884). The Gallic chieftain Vercingetorix was chosen as king by the Arverni

Florence St John, English actress and singer, 1901. Artist: W&D Downey
Florence St John, English actress and singer, 1901

Red figured Nestoris (wine-jar), Lucania, , c390-c380 BC
Red figured Nestoris (wine-jar), Artemis and Actaeon, Lucania, c390BC-c380 BC. Aktaion changed to a stag by Artemis and killed by his hounds

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"Exploring the Rich History and Artistry of Wine Jars: From Ancient China to European Masterpieces" Discover the allure of wine jars throughout history, as we embark on a journey through time and continents. Starting with the Wine Jar (Hu) from the Western Han dynasty in 2nd/1st century B. C. , witness the exquisite craftsmanship that adorned these vessels during ancient times. Moving forward to Tang dynasty's Miniature Wine Jar (Hu) from the 8th century, marvel at its delicate beauty created by an unknown artist. This jar transports us back to a golden era of Chinese artistry. Venturing into France in 1607/30, The Feast from The Story of Artemisia captivates our imagination with its mysterious creator. This masterpiece showcases a wine jar amidst an opulent feast, reminding us of the significance of wine in cultural celebrations. Returning to ancient China, we encounter another remarkable piece - a Wine Jar (Hu) from Eastern Zhou dynasty's Warring States period. Its timeless design speaks volumes about Chinese aesthetics and their reverence for this beloved beverage. In Northern Germany between 1575-1600, The Marriage at Cana reveals an unidentified artist's portrayal of a joyous occasion where wine flows freely. A testament to how wine has been cherished across cultures for centuries. The central part of The Feast from The Story of Artemisia takes us back to France in 1607/30 once again. Amidst lavish surroundings, this artwork showcases yet another stunning depiction of a wine jar symbolizing abundance and indulgence. Fast-forwarding to c. 1939 America, Nicholas Amantea presents his Water or Wine Jug - blending functionality with artistic flair in modern times. A reminder that even contemporary artists find inspiration in traditional forms. Julius Bien's Asian Porcelains lithograph from c. 1880 offers glimpses into various styles and designs found across Asia - highlighting the diversity and beauty of wine jars in this region.