Greek Apulian Black Glazed Oinochoe w/ Trefoil Lip
Magna Graecia, Southern Italy, Apulia, ca. early 4th century BCE. A lovely blackware oinochoe (pouring vessel) with a trefoil lip and a delicate arched handle bridging rim to shoulder. Its piriform body stands on a ringed foot and is almost entirely covered with black glaze that has attained a shimmery iridescence. The body has a gently ribbed appearance that contributes to its elegant form. A beautiful example! Size: 4.7" W x 7.45" H (11.9 cm x 18.9 cm)
Provenance: ex-William Froelich collection, New York, USA, 1970s
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#149853
Condition Report: Trefoil rim has been repaired in two places. Some chips to rim; nicks to base, handle, and a few ribs. Surface wear with scuffs and areas of loss to pigment. Light encrustation in lower profile areas. Attractive lustrous patina.
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Magna Graecia, Southern Italy, Apulia, ca. early 4th century BCE. A lovely blackware oinochoe (pouring vessel) with a trefoil lip and a delicate arched handle bridging rim to shoulder. Its piriform body stands on a ringed foot and is almost entirely covered with black glaze that has attained a shimmery iridescence. The body has a gently ribbed appearance that contributes to its elegant form. A beautiful example! Size: 4.7" W x 7.45" H (11.9 cm x 18.9 cm)
Provenance: ex-William Froelich collection, New York, USA, 1970s
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#149853
Condition Report: Trefoil rim has been repaired in two places. Some chips to rim; nicks to base, handle, and a few ribs. Surface wear with scuffs and areas of loss to pigment. Light encrustation in lower profile areas. Attractive lustrous patina.
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