Lot 390
Classical Greek Lead Alloy Appliqué of Zeus. Ca. late 5th century B.C. Approximately 2.5 inches high by 2.25 inches wide by 1.1 inches in relief. The piece is complete, with no repairs/restoration. Even dark gray patina. Appliqué was likely for a large vessel such as a hydria, or possibly a volute krater, and likely fit on the main body of the vessel below a handle attachment. It was cast in a mold and has great facial detail, with individual beard and hair curls, and extremely high relief. There is also a laurel-leaf diadem in the hair, which is an attribute of Zeus. Estimate $1,250 - 1,750
Ex: Private New York collection, ca. 1980s; ex: Fortuna Fine Arts, New York.
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