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Grand Tour Terracotta Kylix Tazza
Grand Tour Terracotta Kylix Tazza
This Grand Tour terracotta drinking cup (kylix) is a later example of the elaborately painted vessels used during symposia in ancient Greece. The broad, shallow bowl with two handles atop a pedestal base permitted the drinker to maintain a recumbent pose while drinking, as was customary in a symposium.
Dimensions 6.25”H x 20.25“W x 15.5”D
Materials Terracota, paint
Place of Origin Italy
Period Late 19th, early 20th century
Materials Terracota, paint
Place of Origin Italy
Period Late 19th, early 20th century
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