Pentathletes (Carpenter Painter) facts for kids
Pentathletes is the name of a painting found on an ancient Greek drinking cup. This special cup is made from terracotta, a type of baked clay. It comes from the ancient city of Athens in Greece. Experts believe the painting was created by an artist known as the Carpenter Painter. The cup was made a very long time ago, around 510 to 500 BC. It is about 4.3 inches (11 cm) tall and 15 inches (38 cm) wide.
What is the Pentathletes Cup?
The Pentathletes cup is a type of ancient Greek pottery used for drinking. It shows us what life was like in ancient Greece. The name "Pentathletes" comes from the word "pentathlon," which was a sports competition in the ancient Olympic Games.
Art on the Cup
The cup has paintings both inside and outside.
- Inside the Cup: In the circular painting at the bottom of the cup, you can see a youth and an older man.
- Outside the Cup: The outside of the cup shows bearded men and young people exercising. They are practicing with a discus and a javelin, which were popular sports in ancient Greece. There is also a young person in a long robe playing music.
Who Used These Cups?
Cups like the Pentathletes were often used by wealthy people, called aristocrats, at social gatherings. The pictures on the cup show things that these important people were interested in, like sports and music. These cups were not just for drinking; they were also beautiful pieces of art that told stories about daily life and culture.
