The modern Greek word now used for undiluted wine, krasi ( κρασί), originates from the krasis ( κράσις, i.e., mixing) of wine and water in kraters. In fact, Homer's Odyssey describes a steward drawing wine from a krater at a banquet and then running to and fro pouring the wine into guests' drinking cups. Thus, the wine-water mixture would be withdrawn from the krater with other vessels, such as a kyathos (pl. They were quite large, so they were not easily portable when filled. If you have specific questions or information about content, the website, and applications, please contact us.Further information: Ancient Greek vase painting and Pottery of ancient GreeceĪt a Greek symposium, kraters were placed in the center of the room. However, Get Archive LLC does not own each component of the compilation displayed and accessible on the PICRYL website and applications. Get Archive LLC is the owner of the compilation of content that is posted on the PICRYL website and applications, which consists of text, images, audio, video, databases, tags, design, codes, and software ('Content'). Get Archive LLC does not charge permission and license fees for use of any of the content on PICRYL, however, upon request, GetArchive can provide rights clearance for content for a fee. GetArchive believes there are no usage restrictions or limitations put on content in the U.S. Permission for use, re-use, or additional use of the content is not required.

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