Greek Teanoware Lidded Pyxis / Lekanis
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Description
Classical World, Magna Graecia, Southern Italy, Campania, Gnathian Teano Ware, ca. 340 to 320 BCE. A beautiful example of Teano-ware, most likely produced in Teano, Italy. This is a pyxis complete with lid, a round box with a separate lid. It bears similarities to a lekanis, a low, lidded bowl, but lack the twin handles and broad foot that most scholars attribute as a lekanis. The body of the vessel is decorated with fine abstract incised red designs. A deep black pigment forms the majority of the color on the vessel, and with age it has gained an absolutely gorgeous iridescent patina, particularly on the interior of the bowl, where it looks like polished hematite. Size: 3.45" W x 2.8" H (8.8 cm x 7.1 cm)
Provenance: Ex - Private Colorado collection acquired at Arte Primitivo, NYC
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#116168
Provenance: Ex - Private Colorado collection acquired at Arte Primitivo, NYC
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
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#116168
Condition
Intact, with some wear to paint on exterior and small quantities of dirt encrustation on raised surfaces. Amazing patina.
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Greek Teanoware Lidded Pyxis / Lekanis
Estimate $400 - $600
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