Terracotta fragment of a kylix (drinking cup) 530 BC

This fragment of a kylix (drinking cup) is a rare example of the work of the Athenian potter and painter Apollodoros. Dating to 530 BC, this piece showcases the characteristic black-figure technique, where figures are painted in black silhouette against a red clay background. The details of the figures and clothing are rendered through incision, revealing the reddish clay beneath. This fragment, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the skill and artistry of Athenian pottery during the Archaic period.