This Grand Tour terracotta kylix tazza is a striking reinterpretation of the classical Greek drinking vessel, traditionally used during symposia. Featuring a broad, shallow bowl with two elongated handles and a flared pedestal base, the form is designed for reclining use—echoing ancient customs where leisure and conversation accompanied ceremonial wine drinking. The painted surface showcases rich decorative detail, emblematic of the 19th-century Grand Tour tradition which celebrated antiquity.

Crafted in Italy during the late 19th to early 20th century, this piece embodies the educational and aesthetic ideals of European travelers who sought classical refinement through collectible antiquities. A standout for collectors of neoclassical decorative arts or Grand Tour antiquities, the kylix tazza combines sculptural form, historical reference, and decorative artistry in one commanding centerpiece.