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Superb Greek Bronze Archaic Oinochoe with Lion Handle browse these categories for related items... All Items: Antiques:Regional Art:Ancient World:Greek:Bronze: Pre AD 1000: item # 1121819
Apolonia Ancient Art 290 Fillmore St. #D Denver, CO. 80206 303-321-7351 gallery Guest Book $8,675.00 |
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| This superb Greek piece is a bronze oinochoe that dates to the Archaic Period, circa 550-510 B.C., and is approximately 8 inches high by 5.25 inches in diameter. This piece is the upper part of the bronze oinochoe, and it has an amazing designed lion handle which has exceptional detail. The handle has a well defined acanthus palmette design, which is seen at the terminal end of the handle, and this is attached to the main body of the vessel. The handle has a detailed lion's main, which runs up the handle and away from a realistic lion's head which is seen with an open, roaring mouth. The lion's head open mouth shows teeth and an extended tongue, which is also a Greek "Archaic Period" convention of art. This facing lion's head is seen facing the inner spout of the vessel. This impressive piece also has detailed lozenges that run around the upper shoulder of the body, and an exquisitely designed ivy leaf and tendril floral pattern that runs around the neck of the vessel. This beautiful piece has an exceptional dark green patina with heavy dark blue highlights, and some spotty dark brown deposits. This piece is an exceptional "Archaic Period" Greek bronze,with a high degree of art, and is an early Greek vessel that is seldom seen on the market. (An "Archaic Period" Greek bronze oinochoe handle from the Leo Mildenberg collection was offered in Christie's Antiquities, Dec. 2011, no. 98, $4,000.00-$6,000.00 estimates, $5000.00 realized. This piece has an inner spout facing lion's head, flanked by a forepart of a lion on each side, and all are seen at the top of the handle. This piece is approximately 6 inches high, and is not as a high quality as the vessel offered here.) A custom black plexiglas and steel display stand is included. Ex: Private New York collection circa 1990's. Ex: German private collection. (Note: Additional documentation is available to the purchaser.) I certify that this piece is authentic as to date, culture, and condition: | |||||||||||||||
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