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LOT 406

Lot 406

Apulian Red Figure Pelike, 3rd century BC

Apulian Red Figure Pelike, 3rd century BC
Lot 406 Details
Apulian Red Figure Pelike, 3rd century BC

the ovoid body with seated female figure with a phiale, opposing a disrobing male youth with hand mirror on the obverse, and two opposing draped youths, one with staff, on the reverse, all on Greek key band and with palmettes in the surround and a laurel and flower banded neck
height 11.8 in — 30 cm

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $6,400
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Apulian Red Figure Pelike, 3rd century BC
  • Apulian Red Figure Pelike, 3rd century BC
  • Apulian Red Figure Pelike, 3rd century BC
Provenance:

Sotheby Parke Bernet, Toronto, Sale C56, March 30, 1982, Lot 570

CONDITION DETAILS

In good condition with minor chips, and surface loss

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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