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LOT 2057
Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
BRONZE GRAND TOUR GREEK OINOCHOE
ITALY, LATE 19TH CENTURY A.D.
7 in. (1.24 kgm 17.8 cm).
ITALY, LATE 19TH CENTURY A.D.
7 in. (1.24 kgm 17.8 cm).
With flared rim, leaf pattern to the shoulder, handle formed as a kouros with arms flexed, hands reaching towards two dogs on the rim; fluted body decorated with lotus flower design.
PROVENANCE:
From the private collection of a S.W.
London gentleman, acquired in the 1970s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
FOOTNOTES:
Considered to be after a Corinthian model, stolen from the Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Taranto and now lost.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
