Greek Vessel Handle with Lion
5th-4th century BC. A large bronze vessel handle, probably from an oinochoe, depicting a lion with outstretched front legs and paws, conjoined hindlegs extending to form the base of the handle, long looped tail; incised short mane and erect ears, large lentoid eyes and prominent nasal-ridge, pointillé whiskers, open mouth, recessed to both corners, possibly to accept a separate insert; collector's label to the base. 158 grams, 18cm (7"). Property of a New York gentleman, acquired on the London market; previously part of a private North American collection, acquired in 1978; formerly in a private French collection, acquired in 1965; accompanied by copies of the relevant Bonham's catalogue pages.
Condition Report: Very fine condition.
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5th-4th century BC. A large bronze vessel handle, probably from an oinochoe, depicting a lion with outstretched front legs and paws, conjoined hindlegs extending to form the base of the handle, long looped tail; incised short mane and erect ears, large lentoid eyes and prominent nasal-ridge, pointillé whiskers, open mouth, recessed to both corners, possibly to accept a separate insert; collector's label to the base. 158 grams, 18cm (7"). Property of a New York gentleman, acquired on the London market; previously part of a private North American collection, acquired in 1978; formerly in a private French collection, acquired in 1965; accompanied by copies of the relevant Bonham's catalogue pages.
Condition Report: Very fine condition.
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