The Acharnians [and] the Clouds [and] Lysistrata
What do The Chorus of Old Men's pots symbolize?
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The Chorus of Old Men's pots signify their masculinity, suggesting fire and heat. However, the pots of coals keep going out, making a further suggestion about the physical capabilities of old men. When the smoke blows in their eyes is suggests that the are blinded by their violence and sexuality.