Created on 2024-02-09

The image shows an ancient Greek drinking cup known as a kylix. It is characterized by a shallow bowl, a pair of horizontal handles low on the body of the vessel, and a stemmed base. This kylix is decorated in a style known as "red-figure," which was common in Athenian pottery from the late 6th to the late 4th century BCE. The background is painted black, leaving the figures in the natural red color of the clay. This technique allowed for greater detail and realism in the depiction of human figures. The central image inside the bowl depicts a single figure, a muscular warrior dressed in ancient Greek attire, including armor and a helmet. He is holding a spear in his left hand and a shield in his right. On the shield, there is a depiction of a scorpion. The inner rim of the bowl is decorated with a meander, or Greek key pattern, which is echoed on the outer part of the rim, while the area between is plain black. The handles do not have any decoration. The kylix seems to be in excellent condition and stands out for its well-preserved figures and patterns. It is an excellent example of ancient Greek ceramic artistry, showcasing both the form of the vessel and the iconographic detail that was popular in that era.

Created on 2024-03-29

The image shows a black ceramic bowl or dish with a decorative design printed on the interior. The design features a human figure in ancient Greek or Roman style, holding a shield or other rounded object. Around the edge of the bowl is a border with a repeating Greek key or meander pattern. The colors used in the design are mostly shades of orange and black.