Archaeometric insight into the early South Italian red figure pottery (420–375 BCE): evidence from Himera, Lipari, and Syracuse in Sicily

Key Points

• The study uncovers key features of red figure pottery from ancient Sicily, emphasizing regional differences.
• Analysis of samples from Himera, Lipari, and Syracuse reveals distinct compositional traits across sites.
• Employing archaeometric techniques, the research investigates the materials and techniques used in pottery production.
• This insight supports understanding of cultural exchange and trade networks in ancient Sicilian communities.