Fragment of a terracotta bell-krater (bowl for mixing wine and water) 450 BC

This fragment of a bell-krater, a type of ancient Greek vessel used for mixing wine and water, dates to 450 BC and was created by the Group of Polygnotos. It depicts a scene with several figures, likely athletes, in the black-figure technique, where figures are painted in black on a red clay background. The fragment, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, offers a glimpse into the artistic traditions of ancient Greece, showcasing the skill and precision of the Group of Polygnotos in depicting the human form.