Graffito on vase 86.AE.70

Some ancient Greek vases preserve clues to their ancient movements on their surface, such as amphora 86.AE.70, which has the letters S O under the foot. This is termed a ‘graffito’ and was inscribed after the pot had been fired, probably by a merchant. The mark occurs on other pots by the same painter, suggesting a link between workshop and trader.