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LOT 0601
Sold for (Inc. bp): £3,146
GREEK APULIAN FIGURAL BELL KRATER
4TH CENTURY BC
11 1/2" (2 kg, 29 cm).
4TH CENTURY BC
11 1/2" (2 kg, 29 cm).
A large ceramic red figure bell krater with pedestal foot and two round-section handles, rolled; decorated with a band of geometric ornament, palmettes beneath the handles; two figural scenes to the sides: Side A - a naked male with staff in the crook of his left arm, seated with a platter in his right hand, garland in his hair facing a standing female in loose peplos with floral garland in her left hand, staff in her right hand; Side B - two standing males facing each other, togate with short hair, one with a short staff.
PROVENANCE:
From the estate of a North Country collector, acquired over a 30 year period from the early 1970s.
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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.
