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Esoteric Greek Apulian Prochous with Seated Woman browse these categories for related items... All Items: Antiques:Regional Art:Ancient World:Greek:Pottery: Pre AD 1000: item # 822165
Apolonia Ancient Art 290 Fillmore St. #D Denver, CO. 80206 303-321-7351 gallery Guest Book Sold |
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| This esoteric piece is a Greek Apulian ceramic that dates circa 340-330 B.C. This piece is known as a "prochous", which was used in antiquity to contain a precious oil or liquid, and the elongated handle with the long spout allowed one to pour with great control. This type of piece not only had everyday use, but they were also produced solely as a votive type object. It is possible that the prochous offered here had this dual utility as well. The seated woman is seen holding a white dotted plate in her right hand, and in her left hand, she is seen holding a white dotted wreath. There is a full palmette pattern on the back side, and large floral elements seen on each side of the vessel that frames the seated woman. For another analogous example see "One Thousand Years of Ancient Greek Vases" by Royal-Athena Galleries, New York, Nov. 1990, no.119. This piece is approximately 8 inches high, was repaired from large fragments, and has spotty white calcite deposits. Ex: Private German collection. (Additional documentation is available to the purchaser.) I certify that this piece is authentic as to date, culture, and condition: | |||||||||
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