Terracotta fragments of a kylix (drinking cup)
Unknown Artist
5th century BCE
Medium
Terracotta
Classification
Vases
Culture & Period
Greek, Attic · Archaic/Classical
Department
Greek and Roman Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of Dietrich von Bothmer, Distinguished Research Curator, Greek and Roman Art, 2011
Accession Number
2011.604.1.64a–l
Art Historical Context
These terracotta fragments from a kylix, a shallow drinking cup popular in ancient Greece, offer a glimpse into the vibrant of Attic pottery from the 5th century BCE.anning the Archaic and Classical periods, vessels were essential for symposia—lively social gatherings where elite men reclined, drank wine, and engaged in discussions, poetry, and games Crafted in Attica the heart of classical Greek ceramics, this kylix the region's mastery of terr, fired clay that allowed for intricate shapes and durable functionality. Though incomplete, these shards highlight the technical prowess of anonymous...