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LOT 0029

Greek Geometric Bronze Macedonian Pyxis

8TH CENTURY B.C.

3 in. (69 grams total, 75 mm).

'Sickle-type' pyxis composed of a lentoid-section body with integral bird protomes, incised detailing and scalloped openwork finial; lid elliptical in plan with a central stem crowned by a pierced discoid flange, also adorned with stylised bird protomes; corresponding perforations in lid and body used to fasten the component parts together. [2]

Provenance

Acquired in Germany in 2001.
Acquired by the present owner from the above.

Footnotes

Two pyxides of similar form were found at Samos, but the type is believed to have originated in Macedonia.

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LOT 0029

Greek Geometric Bronze Macedonian Pyxis

Estimate £800 - 1,000€930 - 1,160 (for guidance only)$1,080 - 1,350 (for guidance only)

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