Terracotta fragment of a kylix (drinking cup) 530 BC

This is a terracotta fragment of a kylix, a type of drinking cup, attributed to the Athenian potter Makron. Dating back to 530 BC, the fragment displays a characteristic black-figure decoration with geometric patterns, likely a meander design, on the rim. The fragment is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY. While incomplete, this artifact provides valuable insight into the artistry and craftsmanship of ancient Greek pottery.