Terracotta Kylix (drinking Cup) 470 BC

This 5th century BC terracotta kylix, a type of drinking cup, depicts a female figure holding a spear and a disc. Created by Ancient Greek artists, this kylix is a fine example of red-figure painting, a technique popular in Athenian pottery workshops from the 6th to 4th centuries BC. The figure's elaborate clothing and the careful detail of the scene are indicative of the high quality of Athenian ceramic production during this period. The kylix, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the craftsmanship and artistic sensibilities of ancient Greek potters.