Phrygian Aspects of Lydian Painted Pottery from Sardis

Lydian painted pottery from Sardis reveals significant Phrygian influences alongside Greek and Anatolian elements. This cultural mixing, which includes distinct motifs and painting conventions, is a defining characteristic of Lydian pottery. The study identifies these Phrygian aspects through detailed analysis of local pottery traditions during the Mermnad rule (7th–6th centuries BCE), particularly under King Croesus. By examining the eclecticism of Sardis' pottery, researchers distinguish Phrygian features from broader Anatolian and Greek influences, highlighting the complex cultural interactions in this region.

Gürtekin-Demir, R. G. (2014). Phrygian Aspects of Lydian Painted Pottery from Sardis. American Journal of Archaeology, 118(2), 223–239. https://doi.org/10.3764/aja.118.2.0223