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LOT 1425
Large Greek Style Vessel
20TH CENTURY A.D.
16 1/2 in. (3.8 kg, 42 cm high).
Bell krater with stepped disc foot an broad rounded rim, two lateral loop handles; painted designs to the body: Side A - a nude satyr fleeing, carrying a musical instrument; Side B - two courtly ladies advancing each wearing a himation and stephane, one hand extended, the leading lady looking backwards towards the other; after the antique. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom a family collection formed in the 1970s-1980s.
From the Inglismaldie Castle estate, Angus, Scotland, by descent to the current owner.
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