Replica of an Ancient Greek Ceramic Oinochoe - 30 cm
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Decorative ceramic oinochoe reproduction inspired by ancient Greek black-figure pottery, with a piriform body, narrow neck, trilobed rim and tall vertical handle, 30 cm high by 12 cm wide, dating to around 1900, in very good condition with patina and visible wear, sold as a decorative replica without archaeological attribution and acquired from a dealer at a fair, Italy provenance.
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I propose a particular ceramic oinochoe decorated, made in the style of ancient Greek black-figure pottery.
The vase features a pear-shaped form, with a narrow neck, a trilobate mouth, and a large vertical handle. The polychrome decoration depicts figures inspired by Greek imagery, including a figure in warrior attire/armor, accompanied by vegetal and ornamental motifs.
The surface shows a patina and a pronounced lived-in effect, with numerous abrasions, losses, and wear to the decoration, particularly evident on the body and the handle. Such characteristics are visible in the photographs and are part of the object's conservation state.
The piece is offered as a decorative reproduction inspired by classical themes, without attribution to an ancient archaeological artefact. I do not possess documentation relating to the period, the author, or the workmanship, therefore these elements remain to be determined.
This item is particularly suitable for collectors of decorative ceramics, classical art, and archaeological reproductions, or as a furnishing element with a historical and museum-like character.
Conditions: as shown in the photographs, with evident signs of time and of the decoration.
Material: ceramic/terracotta decorated.
Provenance: not documented.
Era and manufacture: not determined.
I propose a particular ceramic oinochoe decorated, made in the style of ancient Greek black-figure pottery.
The vase features a pear-shaped form, with a narrow neck, a trilobate mouth, and a large vertical handle. The polychrome decoration depicts figures inspired by Greek imagery, including a figure in warrior attire/armor, accompanied by vegetal and ornamental motifs.
The surface shows a patina and a pronounced lived-in effect, with numerous abrasions, losses, and wear to the decoration, particularly evident on the body and the handle. Such characteristics are visible in the photographs and are part of the object's conservation state.
The piece is offered as a decorative reproduction inspired by classical themes, without attribution to an ancient archaeological artefact. I do not possess documentation relating to the period, the author, or the workmanship, therefore these elements remain to be determined.
This item is particularly suitable for collectors of decorative ceramics, classical art, and archaeological reproductions, or as a furnishing element with a historical and museum-like character.
Conditions: as shown in the photographs, with evident signs of time and of the decoration.
Material: ceramic/terracotta decorated.
Provenance: not documented.
Era and manufacture: not determined.
Details
Culture
Replica of an Ancient Greek
Century/timeframe
1900
Name of object
Oinochoe
Acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Year acquired
1950
Material
Ceramic
Country acquired from
Italy
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Height
30 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1930
Width
12 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Italy
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Reproduction/replica
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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.
