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Terracotta kylix (drinking cup)

Attributed to the Hunt Painter
3rd quarter of the 6th century BCE
Not on view
Restituted
This artwork was restituted in January 2006. It is no longer in the museum’s collection.
Returned to lender
This work of art was on loan to the museum and has since been returned to its lender.
The representation shows a fully armed foot soldier and a companion who is in the process of putting on his armor. The subject reflects the emphasis on military achievement in ancient Sparta, while the fine execution demonstrates the high level of artistic attainment.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Terracotta kylix (drinking cup)
  • Artist: Attributed to the Hunt Painter
  • Period: Archaic
  • Date: 3rd quarter of the 6th century BCE
  • Culture: Greek, Laconian
  • Medium: Terracotta; black-figure
  • Dimensions: Overall: 5 1/8 x 10 in. (13 x 25.4 cm)
    diameter 7 5/8in. (19.3cm)
  • Classification: Vases
  • Credit Line: Lent by the Republic of Italy
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art