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Unusual and Fine Greek Attic Kyathos
Ca 6th century BC
Item Number: 1110123
$1,795.00
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| Category |
Greek |
| Period |
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| Material |
Pottery |
| Dimensions |
3-7/8"H at handle x 5-1/4"D at widest bowl |
| Condition |
Intact |
DescriptionA very fine and elegant piece of ancient pottery! Greek, Athens, Ca 6th century BC. Terracotta kyathos, a type of vessel used to serve wine at the very famous Greek banquets. Black glazed along the lower 2/3rds with marvelous sculpted handle and black glazed interior. On the exterior are 4 relief elements looking almost like large blades of grass. Measures 3-7/8"H at handle x 5-1/4"D at widest bowl, amazingly intact and excellent, save wear to surface and root marked exterior.
ProvenanceEx-private Urban Collection
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