Lot 703
Paestan Red-Figure Lebes. Magna Graecia, Lucania, c. 325-310 BC. Vessel of semi-ovoid shape, on short flaring foot with distinctive upright handles, with red wash and black glaze. One side shows woman advancing left while holding long fillet; the reverse with cloaked youth standing left, with large palmettes flanking on either side. Woman's flesh and other details picked out in white and yellow-ochre. Vessel in choice condition, free of repairs, and with only minor paint touch up to one arm. Height: 8-7/8". Quite attractive and appealing for this class of pottery.
Estimated Value $1,750 - 2,250.
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| Realized $2,185 |
