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

$6,250
£4,851.50
€5,503.13
CA$8,924
A$9,833.53
CHF 5,100.49
MX$116,956.64
NOK 64,519.75
SEK 60,441.32
DKK 41,100.11

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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