A "small amster" black-figure banded bowl kylix. The reserved band is decorated on each side with two birds flanked by figures and palmettes. Black-glazed orange clay. Fire punch. Ancient Greek, Attic, c. 530 BC Material: Pottery. Dimensions: 28.5 cm large, 21,5 cm diameter and 12,4 cm height. Condition: Rejoined of big pieces. See photos. PROVENANCE: Private collection B. L. , Paris. Acquired in the 1980s. Description: Kylix, also spelled cylix, in ancient Greek pottery, wide-bowled drinking cup with horizontal handles, one of the most popular pottery forms from Mycenaean times through the classical Athenian period. There was usually a painted frieze around the outer surface, depicting a subject from mythology or everyday life, and on the bottom of the inside a painting often depicting a dancing or drinking scene. Kylikes were often produced in sets to accompany a wine serving vessel, or krater. Notes: The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki. The seller will take care that any necessary permits, like an export license will be arranged. With certificate of authenticity.