Terracotta rim fragments of a kylix (drinking cup) 530 BC

These are terracotta rim fragments of a kylix (drinking cup), made by the Athenian potter Makron in 530 BC. The fragments depict figures in black-figure style. This style of Greek pottery painting was popular in the 6th century BC, and it is characterized by the use of black slip to paint figures and details on a red clay background. The figures on these fragments are shown in a relaxed pose, suggesting they are enjoying a symposium, a drinking party. The fragment on the left depicts a man playing a lyre, while the fragment on the right shows two figures engaged in conversation. The fragmented kylix is on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.