Ancient Greek, Attic Terracotta Sessile Kantharos
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Ancient Greek Attic sessile kantharos, in terracotta, dating to c. 5th–4th century B.C., 10.2 cm high, in excellent condition, with provenance to the Lloyd and Jeanne Raport Collection and acquired at auction in 2020 in the United Kingdom, and supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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Finely decorated on both sides with a framed design in yellow and white slip, comprising an intricate geometrical pattern, a band of laurel branches with berries and bands of vertical lines. Two applied handles. Exquisite.
A sessile (meaning sitting) kantharos is an Athenian drinking cup characterized by a deep, cylindrical bowl and two vertical handles that do not extend above the rim. Unlike traditional, high-stemmed kantharoi, the sessile type features a low, moulded foot, providing enhanced stability.
Size: 10.2 cm H - 4 inches
Material: Terracotta
Culture: Greek, Attic, c. 5th-4th Century B.C.
Condition: Repaired
Provenance: Lloyd and Jeanne Raport Collection, Washington DC and Florida, formed between 1972 – 2000.
Reference: For another Attic sessile kantharos, cf. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, obj. no. 56.171.60.
The seller guarantees that this item has been legally acquired & will be legally exported, related documents seen by Catawiki.
This item do not need an export licence within the EU.
The seller will inform the buyer if it needs a UK export licence outside the EU
Worldwide shipping by Registered Mail.
Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
N.B. Import duties may be incurred on orders shipped to countries outside the UK.
Notice: We are not able to ship to Greece and Cyprus.
Finely decorated on both sides with a framed design in yellow and white slip, comprising an intricate geometrical pattern, a band of laurel branches with berries and bands of vertical lines. Two applied handles. Exquisite.
A sessile (meaning sitting) kantharos is an Athenian drinking cup characterized by a deep, cylindrical bowl and two vertical handles that do not extend above the rim. Unlike traditional, high-stemmed kantharoi, the sessile type features a low, moulded foot, providing enhanced stability.
Size: 10.2 cm H - 4 inches
Material: Terracotta
Culture: Greek, Attic, c. 5th-4th Century B.C.
Condition: Repaired
Provenance: Lloyd and Jeanne Raport Collection, Washington DC and Florida, formed between 1972 – 2000.
Reference: For another Attic sessile kantharos, cf. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, obj. no. 56.171.60.
The seller guarantees that this item has been legally acquired & will be legally exported, related documents seen by Catawiki.
This item do not need an export licence within the EU.
The seller will inform the buyer if it needs a UK export licence outside the EU
Worldwide shipping by Registered Mail.
Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
N.B. Import duties may be incurred on orders shipped to countries outside the UK.
Notice: We are not able to ship to Greece and Cyprus.
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Culture
Ancient Greek, Attic
Century/ Timeframe
Greek, Attic, c. 5th-4th Century B.C.
Name of object
Sessile Kantharos
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2020
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1984
Previous owner - country acquired from
United States
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
