Florid Style

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Scope note
Refers to a style of ancient Greek Red-figure vase painting that developed from the Ornate Style in the early fourth century BCE. It is distinct from the Ornate Style in that it is more copiously decorated and it uses many more colors, gilding, and applied clay.
Florid Style
Accepted term: 13-May-2024