stamnos

[stam-nos]

noun, plural stam·noi

[stam-noi] /ˈstæm nɔɪ/. Greek and Roman Antiquity.

a storage jar having an oval body tapering at the base and two horizontal handles set on the shoulder.

Compare amphora, pelike.

Origin of stamnos

1835–45; < Greek stámnos; akin to histánai to cause to stand; see stand

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Examples from the Web for stamnos

Historical Examples of stamnos

Both the askos and stamnos are frequently painted with red figures.
The Ceramic Art
Jennie J. Young
The cheroulia and bikoi were modifications of the stamnos, the latter being used for holding wine and solids.
The Ceramic Art
Jennie J. Young
Stamnos, stam′nos, n. an ancient Greek short-necked, two-handled wine-vase.
Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 4 of 4: S-Z and supplements)
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