The lost art of ATTIC BLACK glazed ware.
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Attic Black is proud to capitalise on years of extensive scientific research in ancient Greek ceramic craftsmanship, specialising in functional tableware and exclusive gift collections.
All ceramics are hand-thrown or hand modelled, hand painted with clay-based slips and the colours emerge during firing.
They are free of toxic elements or acrylic materials and are not affected by usual liquids (tea, coffee, wine, vinegar, oil, detergents) or exposure to heat.
This September, as we return to our routines and fresh resolutions, we look back to the inspiring visit of Nkosi Nesmith-Nelson — a recent UCLA Arts graduate and Student Volunteer at the American School’s Agora Excavations. At ATTIC BLACK, he created a series of ceramic tablets with modern, realistic designs, showing how ancient craft can become a canvas for contemporary expression and reminding us that true talent finds its voice in any medium.
Lazy Days and Lighter Work: Summer Rhythms at the Workshop. Even Roman emperors found it hard to take a proper break. This August, we’re giving the wheel a rest—our workshop will be closed from August 9–24, with lighter operations before and after.
Between January and June 2025, our team reproduced the name-piece of the Berlin Painter: a red-figure amphora showing Hermes and a satyr, now in the Antikensammlung, Berlin. Commissioned by a dedicated U.S. client, the project became more than a technical challenge —.......
Hi friends!! We have received the pieces and they are perfect! Thanks so much!!!!
Un abrazo!
The mugs and fish plate arrived at our doorstep yesterday afternoon. The package was in perfect condition and no additional customs fees were due for us..... Every piece is so, so beautiful - I couldn't have imagined them turning out more perfectly! I'm especially delighted by my left-handed Medusa mug, and the six-technique rooster and Louvre owl will bring so much joy and delight to morning coffee with friends. Thank you for letting us visit the studio this summer and for creating and shipping these pieces with such care and skill.
I just received my package with the toys.
Wonderful. Thank you so much.
Arrived today in perfect condition, very beautifully made. Very happy with this item.
Many thanks.
Dear ATTIC BLACK,
I wish to convey my appreciation for the exceptional black set you supplied. It effortlessly combines contemporary elegance with genuine ancient charm! I look forward with enthusiasm to arranging an ancient Greek meal using this superb dinnerware.
Thanks once more.
