A ceramic reproduction of a kylix, a 6th-century BC wine cup from the Hermitage collection. The original was created by an unknown Athenian craftsman, who adorned his works with heraldic birds, hence his name, the Griffin-Bird Master. Kylixes of various shapes were popular drinking cups in Athens during the 6th-4th century BC. Although manufactured in Athens, kylixes of this shape were first encountered on Rhodes. Ceramics. Height 1 1/2 in. (4 cm). This item is for decorative purpose only and should not be used for serving foods. |