ITEM: Kylix MATERIAL: Pottery CULTURE: Greek PERIOD: 4th Century B.C DIMENSIONS: 67 mm x 190 mm CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: Ex Swiss private collection, acquired between 1970s kylix, also spelled cylix, in ancient Greek pottery, wide-bowled drinking cup with horizontal handles, one of the most popular pottery forms from Mycenaean times through the classical Athenian period. There was usually a painted frieze around the outer surface, depicting a subject from mythology or everyday life, and on the bottom of the inside a painting often depicting a dancing or drinking scene. Kylikes were often produced in sets to accompany a wine serving vessel, or krater. Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export license If you bid outside the european union and win the item, we will have to apply for an export licence for your country and shipping will take 3 to 5 weeks. #cabinetofcuriosities