Large Greek South Italian Gnathian Skyphos

Object Description

A large decorated terracotta, Greek skyphos from Southern Italy, the region of Apulia, displaying typical features of Gnathian style. The vessel displays a large tapering bowl, which rests on a ring foot. Two handles sit on either side of the vessel. Covered mostly in a rich, black glaze, the cup is decorated with white pigment around the upper and middle body. A band of ovolos embellish the rim of the skyphos with a band of small dots below. Across the centre is a horizontal red band from which leaves, grapes and tendrils extend out.

Date: Circa 4th Century BC

Object History

Collection of a North London gentleman, previously from ArtAncient gallery, Cambridge. Ex British private collection of Mr D.G, Hertfordshire with Ex Malter Gallery, US.

Object Condition

Very fine condition, earthly encrustation to the surface along with some loss of glaze consistent with age. Crack repair to the rim and upper body.

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