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LOT 0077
Estimate
GBP (£) 2,000 - 3,000
EUR (€) 2,310 - 3,470
USD ($) 2,680 - 4,020
GREEK ATTIC TERRACOTTA LEKYTHOS WITH BATTLE SCENE
500 B.C.
6 3/4 in. (270 grams, 17.1 cm).
500 B.C.
6 3/4 in. (270 grams, 17.1 cm).
With flared foot, broad shoulder an trumpet-shaped mouth, strap handle to the rear; painted frieze with scene of two warriors fighting on foot with spears, watched by four silhouetted spearmen with pointillé detailing.
PROVENANCE:
Acquired in Germany, 2006.
Private collection, Europe.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12382-226969.
LITERATURE:
See Haspels, C.H.E., Attic Black Figured Lekythoi, Paris, 1936 for over view; Beazley, J. D., Attic Black-Figure Vase-Painters, New York, 1978, pp.463-464, for type.
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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.
