Description Ancient Greece, Athens (Attic), ca. 540 to 530 BCE. A stupendous Attic squat kylix (drinking cup), the vessel presenting a classic form with a deep bowl and twin, upturned loop handles, all upon a concave base. The exterior walls are finely decorated via black-figure technique with a seated Dionysos depicted in profile and holding his drinking horn amidst lovely grapevines, with a stylized palmette at either end. Black bands on the body and handles as well as a concentric circle on the base further adorn the piece. Of the utmost artistry and technique, a beautiful example associated with the celebratory ceremonies of the Dionysiac cult. Size: 8.3" W x 2.8" H (21.1 cm x 7.1 cm)
Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection acquired before 2000
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Condition Report Professionally repaired from multiple pieces, with restoration in some areas of walls, and resurfacing with overpainting along new material and break lines. Minor nicks to rim, foot, and handles, and light encrustations in scattered areas. Nice remains of original pigment throughout.