Fragment of a terracotta calyx-krater (mixing bowl) 400 BC

This fragment of a terracotta calyx-krater (mixing bowl), dating back to 400 BC, showcases the black-figure technique, a prominent style of ancient Greek vase painting. The piece, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a scene likely from Greek mythology, showcasing a figure in a richly patterned garment and a nude figure. This fragment, despite being incomplete, allows us to glimpse the artistic skill and narrative power of ancient Greek vase painting, where stories were often conveyed through intricate imagery on everyday objects.