calyx krater
pottery
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A calyx krater is a type of ancient Greek pottery vessel primarily used for diluting wine with water. These large vessels typically have a broad body and base, and often a wide mouth. The shape of a calyx krater spreads out like the calyx of a flower. Kraters were commonly made of pottery or metal and were frequently decorated with paintings or other ornaments. They were an essential part of the dining room setup, often standing on a tripod where wine was mixed before serving.1
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