The classical period was between 600BC. and 400bBC.In the classical period greek pottery had design with the most famous stories of the Greek Mythology.

Greek pottery in the classical period is divided in three categories: black figured greek pottery, red figured greek pottery and white background greek pottery.

A stamnos is a type of Greek pottery used to store liquids. It is much squatter than an amphora and has two stubby handles relatively high on its sides. It is a relatively unusual container form. Generally, it was used for mixing and storing.