of geometric decoration. Musculature is deftly executed, as are details of hands, feet, and armor, and hair is precisely drawn with a series of lines that run exactly parallel and end in curls; the facial expressions of the two heroes are likewise perfectly accomplished, so as to indicate, within the conventions of black figure, the intense concentration as shown by the gaze of both players. See also Pottery of Ancient Greece Ancient Greek vase painters References External links Achilles and Penthesilea 6th-century BC deaths 6th-century BC Athenians Ancient Greek vase painters Ancient Greek potters 6th-century BC births