Octopus Jar
a. How does this work express the Minoan design?
b. How does this work reflect Minoan society?
c. How does the technique enhance the design?
A) Again the curving line becomes an essential tool in creating the form on this jar, the curving, curling tentacles fully embrace the body of the vessel and emphasize the volume. B) The curving line and the use of sea life emphasize the Minoan love for the sea and their preference in design. Curves enhance the sophisticated shape of the vessel. C) The wheel adds more flexibility in creating these curving lines not only as a surface design but also allowing the potter to create more sophisticated shapes as well.
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