Terracotta kylix: band-cup (drinking cup) 560 BC

This black-figure terracotta kylix, or drinking cup, from 560 BC, is a fine example of Athenian pottery from the Archaic period. The kylix features a band of stylized cocks painted in black and orange against a black background. The decoration highlights the craftsmanship of the potters of ancient Greece, and the design echoes the intricate patterns found in the art of the period. The kylix is an important artifact that helps us to understand the daily lives and artistic preferences of ancient Greeks.