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South Italic Messapian Twin-Handled Kantharos, TL Test

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South Italic Messapian Twin-Handled Kantharos, TL Test

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Description

Magna Graecia, Southern Italy, Messapia, ca. 4th century BCE. This is a bulbous terracotta vessel with a pronounced rim, disc foot, and with twin curved handles on the shoulder. The color is a beige/cream slip painted background with decorated umber pigment in scrolliate motifs and as accent banding. The Messapians lived on the southeastern heel of Italy and had trade relationships with Magna Graecia. Size: 12-1/2"W x 8-1/4"H (31.8 cm x 21 cm).

Provenance: Ex-Art for Eternity, Howard Nowes, NYC, NY.

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Condition

Intact/excellent condition. TL Tested, report will accompany purchase. Also comes with French export license.

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South Italic Messapian Twin-Handled Kantharos, TL Test

Name: South Italic Messapian Twin-Handled Kantharos, TL Test
SKU: 42312531
Price: 995 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $2,200 - $3,300

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