Lais of Corinth
Lais of Corinth was a famous hetaira or courtesan of ancient Greece who was probably born in Corinth. A younger hetaira with the same name was Lais of Hyccara. Since ancient authors often confuse them or do not indicate to which one they refer, the two are inextricably linked. Lais lived during the Peloponnesian War and was said to be the most beautiful woman of the time. Among her clients were the philosopher Aristippus and the Olympic champion Eubotas of Cyrene.
Aelian relates a tradition that either she or the other Lais held the nickname "Axine" for the sharpness of her cruelty.
