Greco-Persian, ca. 800 to 600 BCE. A beautiful silver phiale or wine bowl with a flaring rim, three incised circles abstractly representing an omphalos in the tondo.The lustrous surface persists on the interior, while a green and russet encrusted patina has developed across the exterior with a smattering upon the interior surface. This form is typical of classical Greco-Persian vessels of the period and was likely invented by the Persian culture and further elaborated upon by the Greeks. A lovely example! Size: 5.75" W x 1.75" H (14.6 cm x 4.4 cm)

Provenance: Ex-Sarkisian Gallery, Denver, Colorado, acquired in the 1950's, Displayed, Denver Art Museum (1960's)

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Intact. Encrusted green and russet patina on exterior with a bit on the interior surface.