VesselsGreek5th century BCE
Skyphos (drinking cup): Silenus Holding an Amphora
c. 460-450 BCE
Artists
The Euaion PainterArtist
Description
One on side, a nude Silenos (companion and tutor of Dionysos) stands with one hand on his hip and a storage vessel (amphora) in the other. On the left is a thyrsos (ivy-topped Dionysian staff) leaned against an invisible support. On the right is a rock. The word “kalos” (beautiful) is written faintly in front of Silenos’ face.
Dimensions
H. 14.5 x W. 13.5 cm (5 11/16 x 5 5/16 in.)
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