Ancient Greek, Magna Graecia Gnathia Skyphos
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Gnathia Skyphos from Magna Graecia, a circa 300–270 BC Hellenistic black-glazed ceramic skyphos with two horizontal handles and a vivid polychrome botanical garland, 89.6 mm high and 125.17 g in very good plus condition, acquired in 2025 from France via an auction house, previously owned by a gallery/antique dealer since 1970, authentic with a certificate of authenticity and legal provenance.
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Gnathia Skyphos with Vivid Polychrome Garland – 3rd Century BC
Culture: Magna Graecia (Apulia)
Period: Circa 300-270 BC (Hellenistic Era)
Dimensions: Height: 89.6 mm; Weight: 125.17 g
Technical Description:
An exceptional Hellenistic black-glazed ceramic skyphos, representative of the refined production from the Gnathia workshops. The vessel features a slender body with two horizontal handles and is decorated using the over-painting technique with exceptionally well-preserved polychrome pigments (white, yellow, and ochre). The upper register displays linear geometric motifs, while the main body is encircled by a botanical garland of extraordinary chromatic vividness and detail.
Provenance:
This piece comes from a distinguished European private collection formed in the 1970s. Its long-standing provenance ensures its legal status and collector value.
Condition:
Authentic specimen in excellent condition. Minor, ancient chips are present on the rim and foot, consistent with its age, without compromising the structural integrity or aesthetic impact. The black glaze retains a superb original luster. No modern restorations or overpainting detected.
Sales Terms:
This lot is sold with a formal Certificate of Authenticity and a legal invoice. We guarantee the authenticity and the legal provenance of this artifact indefinitely.
Gnathia Skyphos with Vivid Polychrome Garland – 3rd Century BC
Culture: Magna Graecia (Apulia)
Period: Circa 300-270 BC (Hellenistic Era)
Dimensions: Height: 89.6 mm; Weight: 125.17 g
Technical Description:
An exceptional Hellenistic black-glazed ceramic skyphos, representative of the refined production from the Gnathia workshops. The vessel features a slender body with two horizontal handles and is decorated using the over-painting technique with exceptionally well-preserved polychrome pigments (white, yellow, and ochre). The upper register displays linear geometric motifs, while the main body is encircled by a botanical garland of extraordinary chromatic vividness and detail.
Provenance:
This piece comes from a distinguished European private collection formed in the 1970s. Its long-standing provenance ensures its legal status and collector value.
Condition:
Authentic specimen in excellent condition. Minor, ancient chips are present on the rim and foot, consistent with its age, without compromising the structural integrity or aesthetic impact. The black glaze retains a superb original luster. No modern restorations or overpainting detected.
Sales Terms:
This lot is sold with a formal Certificate of Authenticity and a legal invoice. We guarantee the authenticity and the legal provenance of this artifact indefinitely.
Details
Culture
Ancient Greek, Magna Graecia
Century/timeframe
Circa 300-270 BC (Hellenistic Era)
Name of object
Gnathia Skyphos
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Very good +
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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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.
