Pythia Kylix Flashcards
prescribed source
1
Q
what is depicted?
A
The Pythia (called Themis) seated on a tripod, holding laurel leaves and a Phiale. The consultant, called Aegeus, wearing a laurel wreath (to honour Apollo). May be inside the adyton, consultation room at Delphi.
2
Q
What is Aegeus asking?
A
What he has to do to ensure he has a son
3
Q
what is the purpose?
A
To drink out of.
4
Q
date
A
440-430
5
Q
Place of origin
A
Attica
6
Q
what is the interpretation?
A
As art, it may not reflect the process of consultation but represent the central act of consulting.
