Terracotta kylix (drinking cup) 490 BC

This terracotta kylix (drinking cup) is a prime example of the red-figure style of ancient Greek pottery, produced by the renowned Athenian painter Euphronios around 490 BC. The shallow bowl, with its characteristic handle, showcases a scene likely from Greek mythology, possibly depicting the hero Heracles (Hercules) and the Nemean lion. This artwork is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and is a remarkable testament to the artistic skill and craftsmanship of the ancient Greek period.