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Enormous Greek Apulian Red Figure Lekythos, 19th/20th Century

$6,250
£4,799.73
€5,500.43
CA$8,798.46
A$9,856.22
CHF 5,126.46
MX$120,225.49
NOK 65,266.61
SEK 61,541.76
DKK 41,053.73

About the Item

Enormous Greek Apulian Red Figure Lekythos, 19th/20th Century Terracotta 41 x 15 inches This has been mended and is showing numerous cracks. A lekythos is a type of ancient Greek pottery, specifically a flask used to hold oil, particularly olive oil. It is characterized by a narrow body and a single handle attached to the neck. Lekythoi were commonly used for religious and funerary purposes, such as anointing the dead and as grave offerings.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 41 in (104.14 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Beachwood, OH
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1768216511412

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