Description:

Magna Graecia, Greek colony of Campania, southwestern Italy, ca. 350 BCE. A fine and rare pottery guttos, vessel used in filling oil in lamp. Sitting on short foot, with a rounded body, a single small finger-handle, and a long thin spout with a flared rim in 3 raised bands. Strong molded portrait of the Greek god Hermes (Roman Mercury) adorns the center of the vessel. Hermes, god of travel, trade, luck and thieves was one of the most mischievous of the Greek gods. He is depicted here with long flowing hair, wearing a Corinthian helmet, his wings outstretched to each side. Truly a lovely example! Size: 5.875" W x 6" H (14.9 cm x 15.2 cm)

Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection acquired before 2000

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  • Condition: Intact and excellent, a few small flaws to the painted surface, but portrait is exceptional.

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