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Greek archaic olpe

CHF 9.000,-

$ 9.822£ 7.992€ 9.028

Bronze
Greek, 6th century BC
H. 12.5cm

This intact vessel has a pear-shaped body with a rounded base. The wall sweeps over from the belly to the neck that is set off by a profile hoop which widens to a mouth with a swinging edge. A hanging palmette on volutes adorns the lower attachment of the threefold bulge handle that towers above the mouth.

Condition: Complete and in excellent condition. Wonderful silky green patina.

Provenance: ex. Dr. L. M., Zurich, Switzerland. Said to be found together with the mirror, item CL0109a

Item reference: CL1009b

Greek archaic olpe

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