This is an original work of art by Chischilly Pottery designed after a unique drinking vessel known as the Rhyton. A rhyton (plural rhytons or, following the Greek plural, rhyta) is a container from which fluids were intended to be drunk, or else poured in some ceremony such as libation (.libation (Σπονδή spondee in Greek) is a ritual pouring of a drink as an offering to a god or deity). Rhytons were very common in ancient Persia, where they were called takuk (تکوک). The English word rhyton originates in the ancient Greek word ῥυτόν (rhŭtón).
After a Greek victory on Persia, much silver, gold, and other luxuries, including numerous rhytons, were brought to Athens. Persian rhytons, which appear in Athens suddenly in great quantities after the war, were immediately imitated by Greek artists.
This was hand carved by Jane Chischilly and then cast and reproduced in studio by the mother/son (Jane/Jason) team that is Chischilly Pottery.
This Dragon Rhyton holds 20oz of your favorite beverage and is 8 inches long from top of cup to the nose (Bottom).
The opening is about 3 1/2 inches wide, from the top of the head to the handle stands about 6 1/2 inches tall when sitting up.
This is a great cup for parties, costumed events or just for enjoying your favorite beverage in style. My cups are guaranteed to keep you cool with or without beverage. ;) All 100% food safe glazes. Can go in the dishwasher or in the freezer for a nice chilled glass.
Dragons are often held to have major spiritual significance in various religions and cultures around the world. In many Asian cultures dragons were, and in some cultures still are, revered as representative of the primal forces of nature, religion and the universe. They are associated with wisdom—often said to be wiser than humans—and longevity. They are commonly said to possess some form of magic or other supernatural power, and are often associated with wells, rain, and rivers. In some cultures, they are also said to be capable of human speech. In some traditions dragons are said to have taught humans to talk.
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