Heidelberg Painter
Ancient Greek black-figure vase painter
About Heidelberg Painter
Born 550 BC. Heidelberg Painter was a black-figure vase painter and attic vase-painter.
The Heidelberg Painter (conventional name) was an Attic vase painter of the black-figure style, active 575–555 BC. He is considered one of the most important painters of Siana cups. Along with the C Painter, he is considered the main representative of his style. Generally, the Heidelberg Painter is regarded as the more accomplished artist of the two, although his work did not reach the same breadth of scope. In contrast to many of his contemporaries, he placed special emphasis on the depiction of human figures, at which he was very adept. His figures are very detailed, but often drawn rather sloppily. His early works resemble those of the Comast Group, the later ones those of the Amasis Painter.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Heidelberg Painter?
ancient Greek black-figure vase painter
When was Heidelberg Painter born?
Heidelberg Painter was born in 550 BC.
What was Heidelberg Painter's occupation?
Heidelberg Painter was a black-figure vase painter and attic vase-painter.
Sources & further reading
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