Greek Cycladic Kandilla

GROTTA PELLOS PHASE, EARLY CYCLADIC I, 2800 BC

8 1/2" (6.7 kg, 22cm).

A carved stone vessel with flared stem, large bulbous body, deep shoulder, tapering neck; four radiating lugs to the shoulder, pierced.

Provenance

From an important Mayfair collection; previously in the Ian Woodner family collection, New York, USA.

Literature

For a similar example see The Fitzwilliam Museum, accession number GR.38.1901

CONDITION

VETTING:

TimeLine Auctions follows a 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.

LOT 0071

Greek Cycladic Kandilla

Sold for (Inc. bp): £13,640

Print page

RELATED LOTS

GREEK RING WITH HUNTING SCENE
3rd-2nd century BC
Lot No. 0088
Sold for (Inc. premium): £744

GREEK GOLD JEWELLED BROOCH
3rd century BC
Lot No. 0074
Sold for (Inc. premium): £2,108

GREEK RING WITH BUST OF BERENICE II
3rd century BC
Lot No. 0089 Opening bid: £200