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An Enigmatic Eros in Flight: A Masterpiece of Greek Vase Painting

Discover the mythological scenes of an exceptional drinking cup made in Athens and currently on loan to The Met.
Mario Iozzo
47 min. watch

Discover the mythological scenes and innovative decoration of an exceptional drinking cup made in Athens during the late sixth century B.C. and currently on loan to The Met (L.2019.54). Presented by Dr. Mario Iozzo, Director of the National Archaeological Museum of Florence.

Lecture made possible by the generous support of Laura and Jack Winchester.

Learn more about this drinking cup on The Met’s website:
https://www.metmuseum.org/about-the-met/collection-areas/greek-and-roman-art/kachrylion-kylix-ancient-greek-vase

© 2022 The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Mario Iozzo
Director of the National Archaeological Museum of Florence

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