Column Krater: Musicians and Revelry

Vessel with two handles at the side, in black with red painted figures, depicting a scene at a banquet with three reclining men and two women entertaining (one plays the flute and other has a vessel above her head in a dancerly pose). A lyre and other objects hang on the wall.

Column Krater: Musicians and Revelry

Description:
Column Krater Depicting Musicians and Revelry
Artist:
Artist Unknown
Medium:
Terracotta
Dimensions:
H. 49.7 cm; Diam. at handle 44 cm
Context:
Greek
Date:
500–400 BCE or earlier
Inventory Number:
09.6
Lender:
Brooklyn Museum
Credit:
Gift of Robert B. Woodward
Photo: Brooklyn Museum