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LOT 0834
Greek Lebes Gamikos Vessel
CORINTHIAN, 4TH CENTURY B.C.
6 1/4 in. (530 grams, 16 cm high).
Comprising a conical body with flared foot, broad shoulder and low raised rim to the mouth; two lateral loop handles to the shoulder; circumferential red and black painted bands to the equator enclosing a band of vertical black strokes; repaired. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired by the vendor's father in London, circa 1960.
Acquired Cheffins Auctions, UK.
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LOT 0834
Greek Lebes Gamikos Vessel
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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