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Highly Decorative, Great Crater with Greek Mythological Decoration, Italy, 1850

About the Item

Unusually large crater with extensive depictions of Greek mythology. Light ceramic in terracotta color with ebonized paint. Two protruding volute handles adorn the sides. The huge size of this crater is exceptionally rare, as is the composition of light colors with the extensive narrative representations. Italy, probably Naples around 1850. Highly decorative.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.75 in (73 cm)Diameter: 29.14 in (74 cm)
  • Style:
    Classical Greek (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Some small chippings on the base.
  • Seller Location:
    Walkertshofen, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7245232481412

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