kosthen
Kosthen is a Mediterranean archaic black figure vase painter who was active in ancient Greece during the Archaic period. His name is derived from the Kothon, a type of black figure vase. Little is known about his life, but he is believed to have been active around 580-560 BCE.
Kosthen was known for his naturalistic and detailed depictions of animals, particularly horses and lions. His
A number of Kosthen's vases have been discovered in various regions of Greece, including Attica and the
Overall, Kosthen's contributions to the field of ancient Greek pottery have been acknowledged as important and