Panathenaic amphorae are large ceramic vessels that were awarded as prizes in the ancient Panathenaic Games, a festival held in honor of the goddess Athena in Athens. These amphorae typically held olive oil, a valuable commodity in ancient Greece, and were decorated with intricate black-figure or red-figure paintings depicting scenes related to the games or Athena herself. The amphorae were standardized in size and shape, usually around 60 centimeters tall. They often featured inscriptions indicating the event and the name of the victor, making them important artifacts for understanding ancient Greek culture and sports. Today, they are valuable for both their artistic and historical significance.