We have this beautiful replica kylix in our Classics Centre Collection.
The kylix displays an image from the story of the Greek hero Odysseus passing the Sirens. The image appears on a stamnos (Greek vase) dating to the fifth century BC, which is currently in the British Museum. It was found in Italy. In the story Odysseus asks his sailors to tie him to the mast of the ship, while they plugged their ears with wax, so he can hear the Siren’s song.
A kylix is a type of Greek wine-drinking or wine-mixing cup. It was commonly used at a symposium (drinking party).