1888 Chromolithograph Ancient Greece Kylix Rython Symposium Nude Ritual LCH1 XGCD6 Henley's Telegraph Works Company

Henley's Telegraph Works Company

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34 x 22 cm

however prostitutes and entertainers (both male and female) were a common sight

Keywords specific to this image: Lloyd Engelsma

1888 Chromolithograph Ancient Greece Kylix Rython Symposium Nude Ritual LCH1 XGCD6 Henley's Telegraph Works CompanyThis is a rare original 1888 color chromolithograph which depicts several different aspects of an ancient Greek symposium, or drinking party. They were held for a variety of reasons which included debates, celebrations, and introducing younger males to society (much like a debutante ball). It was forbidden for free women to attend these male gatherings, however prostitutes and entertainers (both male and female) were a common sight. Music abounded, as