Terracotta fragment of a kylix (drinking cup) 530 BC

This fragment of a kylix (drinking cup) is an example of black-figure Attic pottery, a style of ancient Greek pottery that dates back to the 6th century BC. The fragment depicts a single figure, possibly a goddess, in black silhouette against a red clay background, with added details like incised lines. The use of black and red as the primary colors is characteristic of this genre. The fragment is from the workshop of Apollodoros, a prominent Athenian potter known for his masterful execution of black-figure pottery. This artifact, part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers insights into the artistic practices and societal beliefs of ancient Athens.