^Lot 42 A Greek Bronze Kylix (Drinking Cup)

Greece, ca. 400 - 300 BC. Solid bronze cup has a simple, round bowl set on a short foot that widens at the lower end to a flat base; ncised double bands around the base and slender upturned handles. Cups of this shape were made in a variety of sizes and materials, including terracotta, bronze, silver, and gold. They were an important component of the symposium, which was a ritualized drinking party enjoyed by elite Greek men. 1-1/4"H x 8-3/8"W handlespan, intact/generally excellent, save slightly bent rim, as shown.

Provenance: Ex-private New York Collection.

This lot will be sold not subject to a reserve. The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.