Terracotta fragment of a kylix (drinking cup) 530 BC

This fragment of a terracotta kylix (drinking cup), created by the Athenian painter Douris in 530 BC, showcases the mastery of black-figure technique, a style of ancient Greek pottery. This fragment, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts figures with details in red against a black background, typical of the black-figure technique. This fragment would have been part of a larger vessel used for drinking and feasting, offering a glimpse into the artistic and social practices of ancient Greece.