Greek Skyphos

Handcrafted Replica Ancient Greek Wine Cup – Inspired by the Shefton Collection

Details

These lovely little two-handled Greek wine cups are based on an original from the Shefton Collection at the Great North Museum. In ancient Greece, such cups were everyday objects, designed for drinking and enjoying wine in style. Whether used in symposia (drinking parties) or casual gatherings, these cups brought an elegant touch to daily life.

Materials

Terracotta with black slip finish

Dimensions

Height: Approx. 100 mm
Diameter: Approx. 110 mm
Width (including handles): Approx. 170 mm

Production

This museum-quality replica has been entirely handmade in Northumberland by Potted History, inspired by original Ancient Greek wine cups.

• Handcrafted using traditional techniques
• Fired to over 1,000°C, replicating the authentic ancient process
• Each piece is unique, with natural variations in surface colour and texture, just as seen in original Greek pottery

Health & Safety

This museum-quality replica was made using authentic Ancient Greek tools and techniques.

• This is an unglazed pot with a porous surface. Although the black slip finish provides some level of waterproofing, the cup may still absorb the flavours of liquids or foods stored within it, which could influence future contents.
• However, this also means that the pot does not meet modern food safety standards, so we do not advise using it for drinking or storing foodstuffs.
• In ancient times, Greek drinkers and cooks relied on high temperatures to eliminate bacteria from their pottery.
  • Heating to over 70°C for at least 10 minutes would have killed most harmful bacteria.
  • Boiling at 100°C would have been even more effective.
• If you choose to use this item for Experimental Archaeology, you do so at your own risk.

Ordering Information

• 'Add to Basket' Items: Ready to ship immediately.
• 'Pre-order' Items: Handmade to order within 90 days (longer for international orders). If your order includes both 'Add to Basket' and 'Pre-order' items, they will be shipped together once all items are ready.

Shipping

• Standard shipping: Sent via second-class postal service.
• Faster delivery: If you require first-class shipping, please contact us for a custom quote.

Enjoy a taste of Ancient Greek craftsmanship – order your replica wine cup today!