Red-Figure Kylix Attributed to the Codrus Painter in the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, June 2018

Red-Figure Cup (Primary Title)

attributed to, Codrus Painter, Greek, ca. 450 - 420 (Artist)

Date: ca. 450 BC

Culture: Greek (Attic)

Category: Containers-Vessels
Ceramics

Medium: terracotta

Collection: Ancient Art

Geography: Greece

Dimensions: Overall: 4 7/8 × 15 3/4 × 12 1/2 in. (12.38 × 40.01 × 31.75 cm)

Object Number: 62.1.6


“We pass our time here, we and many other beautiful boys…it is a palaistra, recently built, and we pass our time in discussions which we would be glad to share with you.” – Plato, Lysis

Athletes practiced their activities in the palaistra and gymnasia under the supervision of trainers, who could be privately hired or employed by the state. According to ancient manuals on athletics, training regimens could include exercise, diet, and even therapeutic massages for injuries.


Text from: www.vmfa.museum/piction/6027262-15481731