Terracotta fragment of a kylix (drinking cup) 530 BC

This fragment of a kylix, a type of drinking cup, was made in ancient Greece around 530 BC by the artist Makron. The black-figure style, characterized by figures drawn in black slip on a red clay background, is typical of the time period. The fragmented decoration, though incomplete, likely features a scene from Greek mythology or daily life. This fragment, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, offers a glimpse into the artistic traditions of ancient Greece, highlighting the craftsmanship and narrative power of black-figure pottery.