Fragment of a kylix: band-cup (drinking cup) 560 BC

This fragment of an Athenian black-figure kylix, dated to 560 BC, depicts a scene of two athletes in mid-stride. This fragment, attributed to the artist Elbows Out, showcases the distinctive black-figure technique of the time. The red clay of the cup is left uncovered, forming the background, while the figures are painted in black slip with details incised for white. This fragment, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the athleticism and artistry of ancient Greece.