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drinking cup; kylix

This is a type of ancient Greek drinking cup called a 'kylix' which were used at 'symposium' parties. This one is decorated with a group of male figures, including naked athletes.

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery

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United Kingdom

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Title: drinking cup; kylix

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This is a type of ancient Greek drinking cup called a 'kylix' which were used at 'symposium' parties.

This one is decorated with a group of male figures, including naked athletes.

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