The hydria ([Figs. 41] and [Fig. 42]) is a water-jug; another term which is used for the same vessel is kalpis, but the latter has two handles. These vary much in form, decoration, and beauty. The one ([Fig. 41]) has a black ground with red figures; the other ([Fig. 42]) is just the reverse.
Fig. 44.—Lekythos.
The cruche or vase shown in Fig. 43 is supposed to have been used for libations when sacrifices were made to the gods. The neck and mouth are peculiar. This example has a red body covered with a black varnish, the designs showing the red.
The Lekythos is a sort of cylindrical amphora, with a straight neck and a single handle. This beautiful vase was made to contain perfumes and unguents, which were largely in use.
The figure (44) here given is a perfect example of this delicate vase, and is painted with colored clays, which are fixed to the body of the vase by heat, and are, therefore, indestructible.