Terracotta fragment of a kylix (drinking cup) 530 BC

This fragment of a kylix (drinking cup) is a piece of ancient Greek pottery from 530 BC, attributed to the Athenian potter Makron. It is part of a larger drinking vessel, and features a black-figure painting of a figure. The fragment preserves a woman’s head, shoulder, and a portion of her garment. This piece, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of ancient Greece and provides insights into their cultural practices.