Stemless Kylix
Unknown Artist
c. 200s BCE
Medium
silver
Dimensions
6.1 × 18.2 cm · diam. 15 cm
Classification
Metalwork
Department
Greek and Roman Art
Museum
Cleveland Museum of Art
Credit
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Max Ratner
Accession Number
1977.166
Rights
Public Domain
About this artwork
Constructed out of a double shell of silver attached at the rim of the vessel, this shallow cup is an elegant example of Greek silversmithing. A pair of wishbone handles, one on each side of the cup, are decorated with leaves at their base and poppy flowers on top. A small, pointed dimple projects from the center of the interior. Originally, this cup would have been used as a drinking vessel during banquets.