Description:

Magna Graecia, South Italy, Apulian, ca. 4th century BCE. A large and finely painted terracotta mug with a flaring mouth and a single bifurcated strap handle, depicting a Lady of Fashion delineated in red figure technique with white fugitive pigment details. The Lady is presented in profile wearing a beaded saccos with a radiate stephane and drop pendant earrings. Her head is surrounded by sprays of flowers, and beneath the conjoined handle which separates slightly at the rim is a large palmette with side scrolls and smaller palmettes. Adding to the decorative program is a band of foliage adorning the neck and a narrow wave pattern just above the pedestal foot. A beautiful example. Size: 6.25" W x 6.375" H (15.9 cm x 16.2 cm)

Provenance: Ex-private German collection, acquired in 1997.

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#114043

  • Condition: Expected surface wear with minor paint losses as shown. Minor chips to handle. Otherwise intact and excellent.

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June 2, 2016 8:00 AM MDT
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