The workmanship of Alcon; it contains
Only three gallons. —J. A. St. John.
Pherecrates. (Book xi. § 62, p. 767.)
Remark, how wisely ancient art provides
The broad-brimm'd cup with flat expanded sides;
A cup contrived for man's discreeter use,
And sober portions of the generous juice:
But woman's more ambitious thirsty soul
Soon long'd to revel in the plenteous bowl;