Description

Daunian Kathos

Apulia, Southern Italy

C.a 350 B.C

Size is about 6 by 4.5 inches and weighs about 324 grams.

The Daunian Kathos is a type of pottery from the Apulia region in southern Italy, dating back to around 350 B.C. It is a large, deep cup with a high handle, often decorated with patterns or scenes from daily life, mythology, or religion. This pottery is linked to the Daunian culture, which lived in northern Apulia, and shows influences from Greek art while keeping local traditions. The Kathos was likely used in ceremonies or social gatherings, showing the importance of drinking rituals in ancient Italic societies.

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