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LOT 0053

Greek Figural Alabastron

ARCHAIC, 6TH CENTURY B.C.

8 5/8 in. (269 grams, 22 cm high).

The free-standing perfume vase modelled as a standing and draped female figure, the neck and mouth of the vessel possibly formed as a modius worn on her head, holding what is possibly a dove to her chest; moulded and painted detailing to her face and garments; heavily repaired.

Provenance

Acquired in Europe before 2001.

Literature

Cf. The Metropolitan Museum, accession number 54.151, for similar.

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LOT 0053

Greek Figural Alabastron

Estimate £700 - 900€810 - 1,040 (for guidance only)$950 - 1,220 (for guidance only)

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