pentathletes is a painting on an ancient greek terracotta drinking cup from athens. it is said to be the work of the carpenter painter. it is dated about 510500 bc. the cup measures 4 5/16 x 15 x 13 3/16 in. in the circular painting (tondo) at the bottom of the bowl of the cup, a youth pulls an older man to him for a kiss. the outside of the cup depicts bearded men and youths exercising with discus and javelin. a youth in a long robe plays music. the pictures reflect the interests of the aristocrats who would have used such a cup at a drinking party.