Regarding Dipylon Krater, how does the History's Description of the Dipylon Kraters incorporate the Elgin amphora?
Elgin amphora The Elgin amphora is slightly different from the Dipylon amphora. The Elgin amphora does not have a hole at the bottom compared to other kraters because it was buried instead of used as a grave marker. It is thought that it was filled with wine during the funeral feast and then later buried with the female deceased. When unearthed, it was missing a couple of pieces but was later reconstructed and is currently at the British Museum in London.
Since this amphora was reconstructed, we only get to see the decorative patterns that range from triangles to meanders on the vase's neck. Meanders are Greek key patterns that are a continuous line that folds back and forth that mimics the ancient Maeander River of Asia Minor. It is 26 inches (66 cm) tall and 9 inches (23 cm) wide. This amphora is seen as a clear example of the Geometric period and style.
Geometric period Dipylon British Museum krater