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Ancient Greek Style Hand Painted Kantharos, Drinking Cup With High Handles

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Ancient Greek style "kantharos", a drinking cup with handles. In the Apulian style of southern Italy. Quite elegant with a fine painting of a seated, robed sculptor on the front, and a floral on the reverse. The base decorated in the Greek key motif. The delicate high handles, painted with heart shapes, create a handsome profile. The base has a copper ring. Marked 'Made in Greece' with a stamped hallmark. Circa 1950. Wonderfully evocative decorative piece with a lot of personality. 6 inches high 6 wide 3.5 deep
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Style:
    Classical Greek (In the Style Of)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950's
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Stamford, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU803041016352

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